Buena Vista offers affordable housing in Saginaw County
Buena Vista is located just east of downtown Saginaw and offers starter homes at affordable prices. Homes here are typically surrounded by trees on bigger lots. The neighborhood is characterized by its down-to-earth charm, where community organizations, local churches, and long-standing residents contribute to its draw as a neighborhood. And thanks to two major interstates, residents are minutes from downtown Saginaw and have straight shots to other major Michigan cities.
The median home price in Buena Vista is around $52,000.
Buena Vista residents can visit the yearly craft show at Saginaw Valley State University.
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Buena Vista features affordable homes starting as low as $30,000
Buena Vista features a range of homes, from ranch-style to raised ranches, with prices starting as low as $30,000. Investment properties are also common, with remodeled homes reaching up to $120,000. "Most of the area here has been built, you are looking at homes from the 1950s and 1960s, everything is older and its a mix of rental properties and home ownership," says Realtor Mike Samborn of All Star Real Estate. The median home price is around $52,000. Most houses are set close together, and some areas lack sidewalks, though homes are surrounded by mature trees.
Buena Vista homes are tidy and offer room to grow.
Buena Vista homes have lots of history and character.
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Intersection of I-765 and I-75 an open door to Michigan
Buena Vista is well-connected via major roads like Outer Drive and Ribble Street, with one-way streets and minimal sidewalks in some areas. Interstate 75 runs north and south just east, connecting the area to Saginaw, Flint, Detroit, and the rest of northern Michigan. Holland Road, also known as M-46, runs east and west and links Buena Vista to downtown Saginaw and the Thumb region. Interstate 675 provides a loop to downtown Saginaw, about 4.5 miles away.
Residents can quickly access the nearby Frito-Lay warehouse, one of the area's larger employers, and other businesses such as UniFirst Uniform Services and Campbell Hi-Pressure Wash.
The Buena Vista Recreation Center, local churches bring residents together to
Buena Vista residents are highly engaged with local churches, including Faith Temple Ministries and St. Luke’s Temple Church of God. The Buena Vista Recreation Center is a central hub for local sports leagues, offering basketball, softball, and even pickleball. In addition to athletic programs, it hosts group bike rides, cross-country skiing meetups, and 4x4 gatherings.
Buena Vista residents are highly engaged with the local churches including Mt. Nebo Baptist.
Buena Vista Community Center is a central hub of activity for the neighborhood.
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Kueffner Park’s upcoming upgrades showcase the neighborhood’s investment in green spaces
Kueffner Park is a central green space in Buena Vista undergoing a significant upgrade after receiving nearly $900,000 in new funding. The revitalized park will feature a new playground, pavilion, improved lighting, and restored wetlands, making it an appealing destination for outdoor activities. According to Mid Michigan Now, these improvements were driven by local feedback, showcasing the neighborhood's commitment to enhancing its public spaces.
Buena Vista Kueffner Park has ample space for outdoor activities.
Buena Vista locals enjoy an afternoon spent jogging at Hoyt Park with friends.
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Baldwin's Smokehouse and more offer comfort food favorites
G&H Market and Dollar General provide convenient shopping options in the area. Restaurants such as Baldwin’s Smokehouse BBQ and Tia’s Soul Food offer popular dishes such as brisket, rib tips, and catfish dinners. Fast-food options like Little Caesars, McDonald's, and Popeyes are also available.
Try the Big John Steak and Onion in Buena Vista.
Buena Vista residents enjoy Fuzzy's for a meetup over cinnamon french toast.
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Access to new Saginaw United High School
Students in Buena Vista can attend Jessie Loomis Elementary School, which serves pre-kindergarten through sixth grade and has a C-minus Niche rating. The Success Academy focuses on grades six through 12. It has not received a Niche rating. Older students can go to the newly opened — and yet unrated — Saginaw United High School, which combines two former high schools, Saginaw High and Arthur Hill High.
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Parks in this Area
Lions Park
Hoyt Park
Buena Vista Kueffner Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Buena Vista Township Park
Harger Line Rail Trail
Transit
Airport
MBS International
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Buena Vista
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buena Vista, Saginaw sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Buena Vista, Saginaw over the last 12 months is $74,440, up 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,755
Median Age
39
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,995
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,097
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.5%
College Graduates
7.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.6%
% Population in Labor Force
50.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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