253 E Austin Ave, Flint, MI 48505
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SOLD
JUN 16, 2026

$25,000

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 16, 2026 for $25,000 (3,348% above list price)
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 681 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 681 sqft

253 E Austin Ave, Flint, MI 48505

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
681 sqft
Price/Sqft
$37/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 253 E Austin Ave.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

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253 E Austin Ave, Flint, MI 48505 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 681 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $25,000 on Jun 16, 2026 (3,348% above the $725 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $725 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 11, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $34,200, with a rent estimate of $750/month.

Home Details for 253 E Austin Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $37/sqft

Comparable Sales for 253 E Austin Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
233 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$25,000
03/05/26
2
1
768 sqft
242 E Foss Ave, Flint, MI
0.12
Single-Family Home
$14,900
12/23/25
2
1
692 sqft
246 E York Ave, Flint, MI
0.27
Single-Family Home
$22,500
05/12/26
2
1
800 sqft
137 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$22,000
05/12/26
3
1
918 sqft
345 E Home Ave, Flint, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$28,000
03/10/26
3
1
876 sqft
309 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$27,000
06/10/26
2
1
1,008 sqft
325 E Home Ave, Flint, MI
0.17
Single-Family Home
$11,000
04/07/26
2
1
878 sqft
225 W Gracelawn Ave, Flint, MI
0.46
Single-Family Home
$23,500
06/12/26
2
1
616 sqft
310 E Lyndon Ave, Flint, MI
0.45
Single-Family Home
$24,500
06/19/26
2
1
936 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Flint

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$750/mo
Average rent
$900
Available listings
182
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Flint

At least 711 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 41 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • Chrisy.neff
    "Friendly neighbors, mix of multigenerational owners and renters. Lots of kids, safe enough to play and ride bikes around the neighborhood."
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  • Chrisy.neff
    "There are lots of families and many of us parents look out for all of the neighborhood kids as they play. The area feels safe for older kids to ride their bikes freely."
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  • Leisha3722
    "Good neighborhood just visiting and looking forward to move in the neighborhood looking forward to starting a new beginning "
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  • Mishaylastacy
    "The city of Flint is slowly making improvements for the community but there is lack of funding to boost the amount and quality of improvements. This area has accessible public transportation and a variety of stores and restaurants."
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  • Wendy Baker
    "Safe environment , peaceful, quiet sit outside at night , walk at night, not a lot noise ,no fighting etc, kids can be outside etc,etc etc etc etc"
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  • Melinda Mccardle
    "I love this entire neighborhood! Not only is it adorable & affordable but the neighbors are very friendly and clean!! Blessed to be here"
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  • Debra Love
    "It’s dark when the school bus run where your children we live in apartments there’s a lot of children a lot of try traffic "
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  • Trulia User
    "I can walk to papa’s restaurant, gas station,dollar tree, sit outside enjoy weather. Neighbors friendly watch each house."
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet neighbors are friendly I leave my door open at night walk to the store . Restaurant and gas station walking distance "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is dog fighting that takes place within mott park and it's very loud at night sometimes. local PD has not done anything to stop it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a great place to be brought up and bring your kids and little ones up in. As a child I felt safe, which is why I have moved my family back into the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "very quiet neighborhood and respectful neighbors. mott park is near and is well maintained. the is a coffee shop near the school which is convenient and delicious. "
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  • Trulia User
    "great neighbors and they probably wouldn't like other dogs disturbing there's or not getting along ppl whole like out for one another "
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  • Trulia User
    "a lot of people have dogs in the area I would not recommend walking around without a security dog as protection"
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  • Trulia User
    "a lot of strays, animals are trained to be protective and they are not pets. animals are left outside chained up with no food shelter or water"
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  • Trulia User
    "Not the best neighborhood but not the worst most of my neighbors help each other the rental properties on my street are where most of the problems come from "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for three years. The neighbors are friendly and the kids are good. Convenant stores and transportation. "
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  • Brandie H.
    "Like all cities there are some shady areas that are less desirable. The roads are horrible. Many nice areas & people. I have found that if you are respectful that is what you get in return. "
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  • Trulia User
    "everything you need is only 5 min away! including an elementary school a college and plenty of activities for families to indulge in. a bunch of housing and plenty of restaurants to try while in the area. Nice neighborhood. not much crime. but there is alot. of traffic as well. alot of things are in walking distance."
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  • Trulia User
    "Walking in the park. There’s plenty of fence yard in the Mott Park neighborhood. There are plenty of dog owners."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice area considering alot of places in flint. I lived in that area for about 2 years. there are alot of older ppl in the berry patch. and they are all quiet and friendly ."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here 15 years. I love the neighborhood. Great neighbors, close to work, and downtown has good restaurants and The Capitol Theatre"
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  • Tim C.
    "lots of road construction, but it's for the better. being close to Flint, Grand Blanc and Fenton are really nice"
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  • Kroetschanita
    "short but efficient. nice views and plenty of wildlife. wish it was safer. it would be a great walking area"
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  • Christina
    "You see people walking their dog. we expect for people to clean up behind their pet. You will see wild life "turkeys, deer & rabbits" so keep your pet on a chain."
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  • Christina
    "You do see people walking their dogs. People walking & jogging. Kids playing in their yards. The neighborhood is well kept up & people are friendly. You are close to Meijer & Kroger. Many restaurants nearby."
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  • Delovly1.dj
    "I feel the police presence is needed more but other than that it’s an OK neighborhood . The younger generation use the streets as a race track with no concern of the kids that are on the block for that reason I feel the police presence is needed more but other than that the street lights and well lit I don’t feel too much danger because I know the neighbors in this neighborhood"
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  • Casey L.
    "It’s just not a place to raise a family or settle down as a forever home at all not safe and people are rude"
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  • Dtrouser
    "it's an ok place to live. they are rebuilding and making better schools in the area as I type this. I live in an apartment and I like it. the police station is only like 5 minutes away and nothing is never more than a 15 min drive away"
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  • Trulia User
    "it is not so far out to be calledm "country " but it isnt quite city. It is conveniently located close to nieghbors yet no to close that you can noise yet"
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  • Aewestrick
    "they wouldn’t like the constant shootings, and how it is dangerous to walk alone. some areas are quite but most are dirty and really bad to be in "
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  • Mahir S.
    "I’ve lived her for little more than a year it can be a little stressful and it’s chaotic at times. Robberies and other crimes are on a regular occurrence it helps to have dogs and firearm for protection. "
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  • Zo R.
    "It’s a great neighborhood for long walks with the dogs. Friendly neighbors, families, just a few minutes drive to downtown restaurants and activities. Walk or bike easily to art museum, colleges, theater, planetarium, library. "
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  • Megan.ahejew
    "Disk golf course. Awesome parks, little libraries all over. Community communications to help us get stuff done."
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  • Nicole H.
    "I’ve lived here for awhile and neighbors are friendly and it’s very good school nearby and popular trick or treating spot"
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  • Delovly1.dj
    "There’s always something to do that Involves your family and I like that. I love family outings in Flint do offer a lot"
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  • Nancy C.
    "We have a pocket park on the corner of Franklin/Ohio. Before that, this neighborhood had ZERO redeeming qualities. But that's ALL this place has going for it. I still want out of this area & out of Flint, period."
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  • Kimberly
    "The people here are very courteous of noice issues we don’t have issues with crime or having the police here."
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  • Shannon C.
    " They have kid events in our apartment complex, as well as meals and after school programs. And they offer small things for adults "
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  • Matthewveihl13
    "the churches in the area are community driven. lots of dog walking around longway park. nice area. very centrally located near restaurants and expressway and shopping mall. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 16, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$25,000
Sep 11, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$725
Aug 27, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$725
Aug 26, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$725
Mar 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$725

Frequently asked questions about 253 E Austin Ave

  • What is 253 E Austin Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 253 E Austin Ave in Flint, MI is $34,200.
  • What is the price history for 253 E Austin Ave?
    253 E Austin Ave in Flint, MI last sold for $25,000 in June 2026.
  • Is Flint a buyer's or seller's market?
    Flint is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Flint?
    The median sale price in Flint is $87.18K. That is up $17.2K from the prior month.

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