Average Rent in Dearborn, MI
What is the average rent in Dearborn, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Dearborn, MI is $1,693 per month, as of November 14, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 14, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
4 apartment buildings, 31 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Dearborn, MIAvg Rent
$1,693/mo
median $1,775
market average
Cheapest
$1,223/mo
Fairlane Meadow Luxury Apartments and Townhomes
Properties
4
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Units
31
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Dearborn, MI Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Fairlane Meadow Luxury Apartments and Townhomes
4900 Heather Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA
Fairlane Town Center Apartment Homes
100 Lincoln Ln, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA
Fairlane East Apartments
16055 Knollwood Dr, Dearborn, MI 48120, USA
West Village Lofts
22253 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48124, USA
Fairlane Woods Apartments
5521 Fairlane Woods Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairlane Meadow Luxury Apartments and Townhomes 4900 Heather Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA | $1,223 | $1,560 | $1.76/ft² | 3 (223) | 20 |
| 2 | Fairlane Town Center Apartment Homes 100 Lincoln Ln, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA | $1,451 | $1,869 | $1.70/ft² | 3.6 (137) | 8 |
| 3 | Fairlane East Apartments 16055 Knollwood Dr, Dearborn, MI 48120, USA | $1,599 as of Nov 6 | $1,599 | $1.83/ft² | 4 (151) | 1 |
| 4 | West Village Lofts 22253 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48124, USA | $1,895 | $1,945 | -- | 3.8 (29) | 2 |
| 5 | Fairlane Woods Apartments 5521 Fairlane Woods Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA | $2,440 | $2,440 | $1.62/ft² | 4.3 (364) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Fairlane Meadow Luxury Apartments and Townhomes
3 (223)4900 Heather Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA
Fairlane Town Center Apartment Homes
3.6 (137)100 Lincoln Ln, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA
Fairlane East Apartments
4 (151)16055 Knollwood Dr, Dearborn, MI 48120, USA
West Village Lofts
3.8 (29)22253 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48124, USA
Fairlane Woods Apartments
4.3 (364)5521 Fairlane Woods Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA
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Dearborn, MI neighborhoods
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Dearborn, MI Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Dearborn, MI is $1,693 per month, based on 31 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,223 at Fairlane Meadow Luxury Apartments and Townhomes to $2,440 at Fairlane Woods Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,524/mo | $1,223/mo | 16 |
| 2 Bed | $1,862/mo | $1,695/mo | 13 |
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, MI, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Dearborn, MI averages $1,524/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,862/mo. At the local median household income of $65,192, that works out to 31% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Dearborn, MI at $1,264/mo. The current tracked market average runs 34% 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, MI while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dearborn, 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
$68,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,693/mo.
Comfortable income
$81,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,223/mo), you need to earn at least $49,000/year.
Median household income in Dearborn, MI is $65,192 , about 20% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Dearborn, MI
Overall prices in Dearborn, 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, MI's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,693 |
| Utilities | $400 |
| Groceries | $529 |
| Transportation | $954 |
| Healthcare | $466 |
| Other goods and services | $745 |
| Estimated total | $4,787/mo |
Population
107,846
Median household income
$65,192
Census median rent
$1,264/mo
Census rent burden
35.8%
Median age
32.6
Mean commute
21 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, MI rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Dearborn, MI | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit, MI | $1,732 | +2% | 39 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $1,953 | +15% | 27 |
| Auburn Hills, MI | $1,825 | +8% | 15 |
| Lansing, MI | $1,300 | -23% | 15 |
| Farmington Hills, MI | $1,450 | -14% | 14 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $1,839 | +9% | 14 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Dearborn, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Dearborn, MI is $1,693 per month, as of November 14, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Dearborn, MI?
The median asking rent in Dearborn, MI is $1,775 per month, computed from 31 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,693/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Dearborn, MI?
The lowest available rent in Dearborn, MI starts at $1,223 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Dearborn, MI?
1-bedroom apartments in Dearborn, MI average $1,524/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,223/mo across 16 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Dearborn, MI?
2-bedroom apartments in Dearborn, MI average $1,862/mo. Units start from $1,695/mo across 13 units currently listed.
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