Potter, located between I-475 and the Flint River, is a residential and industrial Flint neighborhood with a rail-lined edge and a river-adjacent lowland. Much of the area reads as working blocks of modest houses, light industrial parcels, and wide streets that open toward the water. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Saginaw St and W Carpenter Rd corridor, where auto-service storefronts, small workshops, and corner carryouts set a practical, day-to-day rhythm. Nearby anchors such as the Flint Farmers’ Market, the Flint Institute of Arts, and the Capitol Theatre add a cultural counterpoint beyond the neighborhood grid. River views and trail segments shape a quieter backdrop, while the freeway ramps and rail lines keep the landscape in motion.
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Property details
Interior
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Finance
Interior features
Vacant land (no interior structures)
Exterior features
Paved street access
City location in Flint
Part of the Eastlawn Annex subdivision
Directions: Dort to Davison to Branch
Home design
Vacant Land / Dockominium
Vacant Land
Construction
7.63 acres
Utilities
Public water
Financial info
Zoned Commercial
Electricity and solar
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Great opportunity on Branch Rd. Was prior mobile home community now vacant land. New gate system installed.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Public record
Permits
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Lot width
412 ft.
Lot depth
806 ft.
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Genesee County
APN
4104302018
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Last updated by owner on Feb 25, 2026.
Oct 10, 2011 • Final
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HVAC
Sep 5, 2001 • Final
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HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Historical weather
Flint, MI • 48506 2918
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Flint. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2701 Branch Rd
$168,669
$16K under list price of $185K
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