Average Rent in Dearborn Heights, MI
What is the average rent in Dearborn Heights, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Dearborn Heights, MI is $1,296 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 31 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Dearborn Heights, MIAvg Rent
$1,296/mo
median $1,374
market average
Cheapest
$1,045/mo
Cherry Hill Village Apartments
Properties
1
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Units
31
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Dearborn Heights, MI Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherry Hill Village Apartments 238 Yorkshire Blvd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127, USA | $1,045 | $1,296 | $1.66/ft² | 4.4 (138) | 31 |
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Dearborn Heights, MI neighborhoods
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Dearborn Heights, MI Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Dearborn Heights, MI is $1,296 per month, based on 31 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,045 at Cherry Hill Village Apartments to $1,399 at Cherry Hill Village Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,076/mo | $1,045/mo | 8 |
| 2 Bed | $1,373/mo | $1,299/mo | 23 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Dearborn Heights, MI, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Dearborn Heights, MI averages $1,076/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,373/mo. At the local median household income of $61,035, that works out to 25% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Dearborn Heights, MI at $1,260/mo. The current tracked market average runs 3% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Dearborn Heights, MI while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dearborn Heights, MI?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$52,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,296/mo.
Comfortable income
$62,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,045/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Median household income in Dearborn Heights, MI is $61,035 , about 2% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Dearborn Heights, MI
Overall prices in Dearborn Heights, MI runs below the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 98.2, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Dearborn Heights, MI's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,296 |
| Utilities | $400 |
| Groceries | $529 |
| Transportation | $954 |
| Healthcare | $466 |
| Other goods and services | $745 |
| Estimated total | $4,390/mo |
Population
62,099
Median household income
$61,035
Census median rent
$1,260/mo
Census rent burden
30.9%
Median age
35.8
Mean commute
24 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Michigan
How Dearborn Heights, MI rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Dearborn Heights, MI | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit, MI | $1,687 | +30% | +2.6% | 39 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $1,934 | +49% | -4.4% | 27 |
| Auburn Hills, MI | $1,714 | +32% | +8% | 15 |
| Lansing, MI | $1,298 | 0% | +6.7% | 15 |
| Farmington Hills, MI | $1,450 | +12% | +4.7% | 14 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $1,845 | +42% | +2.7% | 14 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Dearborn Heights, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Dearborn Heights, MI is $1,296 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Dearborn Heights, MI?
The median asking rent in Dearborn Heights, MI is $1,374 per month, computed from 31 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,296/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Dearborn Heights, MI?
The lowest available rent in Dearborn Heights, MI starts at $1,045 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Dearborn Heights, MI?
1-bedroom apartments in Dearborn Heights, MI average $1,076/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,045/mo across 8 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Dearborn Heights, MI?
2-bedroom apartments in Dearborn Heights, MI average $1,373/mo. Units start from $1,299/mo across 23 units currently listed.
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