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Butman-Fish is a long-established community with affordable homes
Situated on Saginaw’s west side, the Butman-Fish neighborhood is a long-established community. Known for older housing options, Butman-Fish offers affordable starter homes and investment properties. Local institutions, like the Butman-Fish Library, help foster a sense of connection among residents with yearly programs and events. With easy access to main thoroughfares, Butman-Fish may not be walkable, but has proximity to commercial districts including downtown around two miles away.
Butman-Fish residents enjoy attending events in and around Saginaw.
Take a stroll down South Michigan Avenue not far from Butman-Fish.
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Major roads including Davenport Avenue provide access through Saginaw
Butman-Fish is not known for walkability, with small city lots and a car-dependent infrastructure. However, it’s well-served by main roads like Davenport Avenue and State Street, which connect to Michigan Highway 58 and Interstate 675, which has routes to Bay City and Flint, Michigan For public transportation, residents can rely on the Saginaw STARS bus system to navigate the area and reach nearby destinations, including downtown Saginaw. MBS International Airport is about 13.5 miles away via Midland and Garfield roads.
Bungalows, bungalows and more bungalows
The neighborhood includes many bungalow homes, with some ranch-style farmhouses, and Folk Victorian styles sprinkled in. Cheaper homes mostly consider starter homes or investment opportunities can start at $26,000 while more expensive homes can cost as much as $120,000. The median home price is $63,000. "It’s a very old, long-established area with small, clean houses that have a lot of character, like architectural details, front porches, and large established trees," says Andrew Hauck, a local realtor with Century 21 Signature. The CAP Index crime score is a 4 in the neighborhood, slightly higher than the national average of 4.
Farmhouses in Butman-Fish have tidy yards and clean lines.
Bungalows in Butman-Fish can enjoy large front porches.
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White’s Bar has live music twice a day all year
While residents may need to drive to most shopping and dining spots, there are some options nearby. Tony’s Original Restaurant offers classic comfort foods like nachos, steak sandwiches, and roast beef. For live entertainment, White’s Bar hosts music performances twice a day year-round, adding to the neighborhood’s cultural appeal. Just 1.5 miles away, Riverview Shopping Center provides access to Citi Trends and Aaron’s Outlet, while Time Square Plaza offers essentials at Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. Locals can shop for groceries at Kroger, Save A Lot or Genesee Market.
White's Bar in Butman-Fish hosts nightly live acts.
Try Tony's Original for their famous steak sandwich in Butman Fish.
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Hoyt Park is two miles away for year-round recreation
Hoyt Park, two miles away, is popular for a range of activities from biking and walking in the warmer months to sledding and ice skating during the winter. The park is also a favorite spot for watching the annual Fourth of July fireworks. Located in the Covenant neighborhood is Bliss Park, featuring open recreation areas, a playfield, a shaded picnic grove, and a garden plaza.
Butman-Fish knows that Hoyt Park enjoys a robust local fanbase.
The courts are open at Ojibway Island City Park not far from Butman-Fish.
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Thompson Middle School students can learn journalism
Families in Butman-Fish have access to several schools within the Saginaw Public School District. Herig Elementary and Thompson Middle School both hold C-minus Niche ratings, with Thompson offering a unique journalism elective where students can gain hands-on experience interviewing and writing stories. Saginaw United High School, opened in 2024 is one of the main high schools for the area following the closure of Arthur Hill and Saginaw High.
At Thompson Middle School, Butman-Fish students' minds are filled.
Butman-Fish children are offered a great education at Herig Elementary School.
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Butman-Fish library branch offers classes and workshops every month
The Butman-Fish Library is a hub of community activity, hosting events like storytime for preschoolers, poetry workshops, and yoga sessions. Monthly film festivals draw in residents of all ages. Just blocks away in Old Town Saginaw is a cultural hotspot. "There are parks within walking distance, and you're close to events and festivals in Old Town Saginaw, which is just blocks away," Hauck says. Some events include the Old Town Saginaw Art Fair.
Butman-Fish Library is a hub of community activity.
The Butman-Fish Library helps foster a sense of connection among residents with yearly programs.
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Parks in this Area
Morley Plaza
Bliss Park
Hoyt Park
Fordney Park
Potthoff Park
Rust Park
Ojibway Island City Park
Randall Wickes Children's Playground
Riverfront Saginaw
Transit
Airport
MBS International
27 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Butman-Fish
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Butman-Fish, Saginaw sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Butman-Fish, Saginaw over the last 12 months is $77,024, up 12% 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
2,616
Median Age
35
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$26,168
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,721
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.8%
College Graduates
7.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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