Current Market Data · Genesee County, MI (Realcomp, March 2026)
Median Price
$275K
YoY Change
+4.5%
Days on Market
30
Price / Sq Ft
$150
About Linden
Linden is a small, quiet community just west of Fenton in southwestern Genesee County. The city centers around a historic mill pond and a compact downtown with a handful of shops and restaurants. It's the kind of place where neighbors know each other and the pace is deliberately slower than the metro sprawl to the south.
The surrounding Argentine Township offers a more rural setting with larger lots and agricultural land, while still providing easy access to US-23 for commuters. Linden's appeal is straightforward: small-town living with reasonable home prices and a solid school district.
Real Estate Overview
Linden's housing stock is modest in scale: primarily ranches, bungalows, and colonials built from the 1950s through the 1990s in the city proper, with newer construction scattered through the township. The market is quiet but steady, with homes turning over at a moderate pace.
Buyers looking for rural-adjacent living with a community anchor will find what they're looking for here. Lakefront properties on Byram Lake and other nearby bodies of water add a premium tier to an otherwise affordable market.
What Your Budget Buys in Linden
Entry Tier
Under $200K gets you a ranch or older home in town, often on a quiet residential street within walking distance of the mill pond area.
Mid Range
$200K–$350K brings updated colonials, newer builds in surrounding Argentine Township, and homes with acreage.
Luxury Tier
Above $350K you're looking at lakefront properties on Byram Lake or larger parcels with custom-built homes in the surrounding countryside.
Sarah’s Take
“Linden is the sleeper pick in southwestern Genesee County. You get the small-town charm, a solid school district, and pricing that lets you buy more house than you'd ever get closer to Detroit. If quiet and affordable is what you're after, Linden delivers.”
Sarah Patrick
Principal Broker, The Patrick Group
Location & Access
- •Located just west of Fenton along Silver Lake Road
- •US-23 access is approximately 5 minutes east via Fenton
- •30 minutes south of downtown Flint
- •Approximately 60 minutes northwest of Detroit
Schools
Primary District: Linden Community Schools
Linden is served by Linden Community Schools, which includes an elementary school, a middle school, and Linden High School. The district serves the city and portions of surrounding Argentine and Fenton townships.
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Market statistics are sourced from Realcomp MLS data for GeneseeCounty and reflect general market conditions as of March 2026. City-level figures are adjusted estimates based on known market positioning and may not reflect official MLS sub-market data. Price ranges are general guidance and not guarantees of value. Individual property values depend on condition, location, and current market conditions. School district information should be verified directly with the district for specific property addresses. The Patrick Group | Oak & Stone Real Estate is committed to compliance with the Fair Housing Act and all applicable fair housing laws. Equal Housing Opportunity.