48506 — Flint, MI Home Values
Typical home value $89,178 as of July 2026 · 20th of 23 in Flint, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 48506, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 48506 compares in the Flint, MI area
ZIP code 48506 (Flint, MI) has a typical home value of $89,178 as of July 2026, ranking 20th of 23 ZIP codes tracked in the Flint, MI area, more expensive than about 17% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +15.4%, from $77,275 in July 2021 to $89,178 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 7.3× the annual rent ($1,024/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Flint, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Flint.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 48506 has a population of 24,538, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 77.4% White, 9.5% Black or African American, 6.9% Hispanic or Latino, 5.3% two or more races, 0.4% another race, 0.3% Asian, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kearsley High School | 4302 UNDERHILL DR, FLINT, MI | 0.8 mi |
| Kearsley Virtual Academy | 4302 UNDERHILL DR, FLINT, MI | 0.8 mi |
| Richfield Public School Academy Early Learning Center PK2 | 4358 RICHFIELD RD, FLINT, MI | 1.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 48506?
$89,178 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 48506 an expensive ZIP code in the Flint, MI area?
48506 ranks 20th of 23 ZIP codes in the Flint, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 17% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 48506 changed over the past year?
+3.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 48506?
The typical home price is 7.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,024/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 48506?
24,538, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 48506?
Kearsley High School (0.8 mi), Kearsley Virtual Academy (0.8 mi), Richfield Public School Academy Early Learning Center PK2 (1.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 48506?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Flint, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.