Grand Blanc, Michigan

Grand Blanc is the very definition of suburban charm. It's clean, has low crime, great schools, and a strong community that consistently connects through neighborhood groups, markets, and seasonal and holiday events.

It's not exactly a bustling metropolis so built more for families than young professionals. There's a bit of shopping and a few restaurant options but for the most part, you'll need to do a short drive to take care of most of your shopping or socializing. You're just 15 minutes to Flint, and one hour to Detroit, so if you get restless it's easy enough to get to a bigger city.

The schools are excellent and the city has a large well-regarded hospital, Henry Ford Health Genesys Hospital. When you combine these services with an average home price of ~$277k you can see why the town is seeing growth.

As noted, Grand Blanc is a true suburb. It's filled with families, enjoying the low cost of living, safe streets, great schools, and strong community.

Outside the usual school-centric activities, community events include:
-Grand Blanc Farmer's Market: Local farmers, small food business owners and crafters serve up treats and local goods. Runs from June 5 - October 9.
-Grand Blanc Block Party: runs every two weeks during the summer months. Music, food trucks, dancing and general community fun.
-Winterfest: held at Physician's Park in early December. It's a free event with tons of activities for the kiddos. Tree lighting, ice sculptures, winter games, food trucks, Santa and Mrs. Clause, reindeer, they've got it all.

Outside the big events, Grand Blanc has a handful of good restaurants like The Grafted Root Eatery and Estelle Public House. If you need a good meal and a cocktail in town, they've got you covered. There's also an Imax Theater showing the latest and greatest.

Grand Blanc has always been a commuter city, primarily for the auto industry in Flint but also for the other surrounding cities in the northern suburbs of Detroit. It's an hour to Detroit without traffic, so if you only go in a day or two a week, it can work.

Within the city limits job opportunities are confined to healthcare at Henry Ford Health Genesys Hospital and the school system. While the auto industry has remained flat, growth in the city indicates an emerging population working from home and taking advantage of the benefits of the suburban lifestyle.