Photos by Gary Flinn, author of three local Flint, MI history books NOTE: Flinn wrote about Ballenger Manor in his book “Lost Flint.” His piece about Ballenger Manor in “Lost Flint” is titled “The Decline of an Apartment Complex.”
FLINT, Mich.— After many years of sitting abandoned on Flint’s north side, demolition of the old building that once housed Ballenger Manor Apartments began Friday, December 6, 2024.
Residents and community members have been saying Ballenger Court Apartments has been an eyesore for over five years.
The Genesee County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to purchase the blighted property in August 2024.
Local leaders have said they now hope to restore the land to a green space. McLaren Flint Hospital nearby had also expressed interest in the property.
“I want to thank County Treasurer Deb Cherry, and her team, who remained committed to seeing that this eyesore was finally removed,” said Mayor Neeley. “I also want to thank the City’s Legal Department and the Building and Inspections team, for their work to make sure that the demolition was done properly and safely.”
“We are working aggressively with the Landbank and other partners to remove blight so we can have safer, cleaner, nicer neighborhoods for Flint residents to enjoy,” added Neeley. “This is a huge accomplishment in that effort, and one I know many residents are excited to finally see happen. So again, kudos to Deb Cherry for her work to get this done.”
