Filmmaker Michael Moore might make his hometown of Flint Michigan seem like an unappealing place to live with his tales of growing up in a low-income neighborhood, but what you don’t see in Moore’s movies is the beauty and diversity that exists within many areas of Flint.

The city’s rich history dates back to 1819 when fur trader Jacob Smith founded Flint. Since this time the city has been home to many thriving businesses, especially in the lumber and automobile industries.

Living in Flint you will have access to a seemingly endless array of options when it comes to filling your free time. Just a short drive from Flint is Mt. Holly a splendid destination for skiing and snowboarding on a cool winter day, while in the summer heat there are dozens of parks, orchards and farmer’s markets that make great places to spend the day and meet other Flint residents. Flint is also only 60 miles from Detroit so when you need a dose of the big city, it’s just a short drive away.

There are so many attractive properties in Flint you are sure to find the home of your dreams at a price you can afford. So what are you waiting for? The time has come to purchase your own little piece of heaven along the Flint River.