Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 12, 2026
Average rent in
Flint, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 12, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Flint rent stands today
Flint, MI rent rose 7.5% year over year, with a current median of $968/month. Renters today are paying $39 more per month on average than last year, with rents at the peak level seen in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Flint is 49.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 100 total rentals, mostly houses and apartments.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Flint run about $1,050/month, 1-bedrooms $750/month, and 2-bedrooms $900/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,100/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,650/month. These figures reflect the range across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment climbed 37.5% year over year, diverging 30 percentage points from the citywide trend. This growth contrasts with declines in smaller units within Flint, MI.
Median rent
Median rent in Flint
$967/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Flint is $967 per month as of October 2026. This is 49% below the national average rent, or $932 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Flint
100
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Flint rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Flint, MI
Average rent prices in Flint have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Flint, MI
Rent prices in Flint vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Flint is $892, whereas a house costs $1,050. 1-bedroom apartments in Flint run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $975.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,050 | 8% |  19% | |
1 bedroom | $750 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $900 | 2% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,100 | No Change | 14% | |
4 bedroom | $1,650 | 1% | 47% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Flint, MI.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $892 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,525 | 40% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,050 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $900 | 16% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
19%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
14%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
47%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Flint, MI.
Apartments
Average rent
$892
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
40%
Houses
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
16%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Flint, MI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Flint, MI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Flint and Brandon Township by all bedroom counts and property types.
Flint
49%lower than the national median
32%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Flint, MI is 26% lower than the median rent in Brandon Township, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,300
$937
4%$1,154
10%$1,349
16%$1,100
$925
18%$1,350
9%$1,205
29%$1,369
$1,872
70%$1,000
22%$1,229
12%Cost of living in Flint, MI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 17% lower |
| Housing | 25% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 1% higher |
Discover rentals in Flint, MI
5d+ ago
House for rent in Flint
2 beds
1 bath
$625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
4d ago
410 Lippincott Blvd, Flint, MI 48503
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Flint
3061 Raywood St #1, Flint, MI 48504
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
House for rent in Flint
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 12
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Flint
4474 Corunna Rd, Flint, MI 48532
Studio
0 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Flint
4480 Corunna Rd, Flint, MI 48532
Studio
0 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Flint
5215 Scenicvue Dr, Flint, MI 48532
4 beds
2 baths
$2,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
1440 N Linden Rd, Flint, MI 48532
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1440 N Linden Rd, Flint, MI 48532
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2401 1/2 E Pierson Rd, Flint, MI 48506
1–3 beds
1 bath
$890–$1,127
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Flint
4072 Brown St, Flint, MI 48532
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 10
2d ago
902 Burlington Dr, Flint, MI 48503
1–2 beds
1 bath
$860–$1,282
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3609 Caco St, Flint, MI 48504
3 beds
2 baths
$991
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
Verified
3615 Concord St, Flint, MI 48504
3 beds
2 baths
$926
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 10
2d ago
Verified
2401 1/2 E Pierson Rd, Flint, MI 48506
1–3 beds
1 bath
$890–$1,127
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Flint
2001 Bagley St, Flint, MI 48504
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Feb 22
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Flint
5125 N Center Rd, Flint, MI 48506
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3609 Caco St, Flint, MI 48504
3 beds
2 baths
$991
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
Verified
3615 Concord St, Flint, MI 48504
3 beds
2 baths
$926
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 10
1d ago
House for rent in Flint
4072 Brown St, Flint, MI 48532
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 10
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Frequently asked questions for Flint, MI
Quick answers to common questions about the Flint rental market.
How much is rent in Flint?
The average rent in Flint is $967 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Flint?
Average rent prices in Flint have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Flint rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Flint is 49% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $932 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Flint?
To comfortably afford rent in Flint, you'd need to earn approximately $39,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Flint?
March offers the best rental deals in Flint, with rents running about 14% lower than the November peak season.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).