Grand Blanc Apartments and Rentals

Located in Genesee County, Grand Blanc is about 60 miles north of the Detroit metro area, 10 miles south of Flint and about 35 minutes north of Auburn Hills. Spanning approximately 4 square miles, the small town life in Grand Blanc is warm and welcoming. As it is ideally situated among several of Michigan’s largest metro areas, there are many options for recreation, employment and entertainment.

Grand Blanc apartments for rent are great for families, as the city’s education system is highly acclaimed. Also, the community is home to three public parks, a seasonal farmers market and premier golf courses. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 8,200 consider Grand Blanc home.

For 50 years, Warwick Hills, located just outside the city limits, was home to PGA golf tournaments including the Buick Open. Although the tournament ended its stay in 2009, the legacy shows how much life is centered around golf in Grand Blanc.

Grand Blanc was originally settled by the Chippewa Native Americans. French settlers came to the area just before 1800 and named the town, which in their language translates to “Great White.” By 1823, pioneer families began to set up trading posts and claimed land along the vast farmland. At the time, farmland cost $1.25 per acre. When the railroad was built in 1862, the community began to prosper even more, and by 1904, Grand Blanc was the first village in the state of Michigan to consolidate its schools. The village became a town in 1930.

Today in Grand Blanc, the town remembers its history in the Stagecoach Stop located on Saginaw Street next to Coach Stop Plaza. The building was constructed in 1840.

Many people in Grand Blanc travel to one of the nearby cities for employment. Because Grand Blanc is near Detroit, Flint, Ann Arbor and Lansing, there are plenty of opportunities in the automotive industry, among others. Two percent of residents enjoy being self-employed, while many other work in the fields of local government, sales and service jobs.

Residents living in apartments in Grand Blanc often travel for post-secondary education, as well. The University of Michigan-Flint, Oakland University, Baker College, Saginaw Valley State University and University of Detroit are within a short distance. For those looking for an associate’s degree can attend Mott Community College in Flint.

Living in Grand Blanc is fairly inexpensive. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living is 10 points lower than the national average and food is 3 points lower. However, because of the short summer and cold winters, the cost of utilities is 2 points higher than the national average. Residents of Grand Blanc also have an average commute of 28 minutes.

According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, the average cost of rentals in Grand Blanc is $599. Depending on the amenities and location someone is looking for, the price will slightly fluctuate.

Residents and visitors travel each year to the area for the Annual Taste of Grand Blanc festival. Local vendors new and old give residents a taste of their food every summer. Other events, like the Grand Blanc Summer Art Fair, are great family-friendly attractions with plenty to do. A diverse array of art is on display and for sale, including sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles, pottery and photography. The event also has live entertainment and food vendors.

In Grand Blanc, golf is a way of life for many, and the city is home to three courses. The Captain’s Club at Woodfield, Jewel of Grand Blanc and Warwick Hills are all within or right outside of the city limits. The Captain’s Club has been rated as a favorite public course, best place to get married, best place to play and favorite banquet facility since 2011.

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