Average Rent in Farmington Hills, MI
What is the average rent in Farmington Hills, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Farmington Hills, MI is $1,475 per month, as of November 15, 2026. This sample includes 154 priced apartments in 11 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 15, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
11 apartment buildings, 154 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Farmington Hills, MICheapest
$849/mo
Regal Towers
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11
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154
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Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
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Farmington Hills, MI Rent Prices
All 11 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Regal Towers
27350 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI 48034, USA
Windemere Apartments
24890 Independence Dr, Farmington Hills, MI 48335, USA
Chatham Hills Apartments
36135 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI 48335, USA
Hidden Valley
25010 Eight Mile W, Southfield, MI 48033, USA
Citation Club
29540 Citation Cir, Farmington Hills, MI 48331, USA
Hunters Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
31200 Hunters Dr, Farmington Hills, MI 48334, USA
Carnegie Park
26601 W Carnegie Park Dr, Southfield, MI 48034, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Regal Towers 27350 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI 48034, USA | $849 | $974 | $1.37/ft² | 4.3 (1381) | 40 |
| 2 | Windemere Apartments 24890 Independence Dr, Farmington Hills, MI 48335, USA | $1,119 | $1,209 | $1.53/ft² | 4.2 (438) | 21 |
| 3 | Chatham Hills Apartments 36135 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI 48335, USA | $1,210 | $1,318 | $1.37/ft² | 4.4 (206) | 4 |
| 4 | Hidden Valley 25010 Eight Mile W, Southfield, MI 48033, USA | $1,220 | $1,290 | $1.43/ft² | 3.7 (113) | 9 |
| 5 | Citation Club 29540 Citation Cir, Farmington Hills, MI 48331, USA | $1,319 as of Nov 8 | $1,746 | $1.64/ft² | 3.5 (348) | 19 |
| 6 | Hunters Ridge Apartments & Townhomes 31200 Hunters Dr, Farmington Hills, MI 48334, USA | $1,364 as of Oct 20 | $1,836 | $1.26/ft² | 4.1 (342) | 13 |
| 7 | Carnegie Park 26601 W Carnegie Park Dr, Southfield, MI 48034, USA | $1,415 | $1,655 | $1.46/ft² | 3.6 (40) | 12 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Regal Towers
4.3 (1381)27350 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI 48034, USA
Windemere Apartments
4.2 (438)24890 Independence Dr, Farmington Hills, MI 48335, USA
Chatham Hills Apartments
4.4 (206)36135 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI 48335, USA
Hidden Valley
3.7 (113)25010 Eight Mile W, Southfield, MI 48033, USA
Citation Club
3.5 (348)29540 Citation Cir, Farmington Hills, MI 48331, USA
Hunters Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
4.1 (342)31200 Hunters Dr, Farmington Hills, MI 48334, USA
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Farmington Hills, MI Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Farmington Hills, MI is $1,475 per month, based on 154 units across 11 apartment communities. Prices range from $849 at Regal Towers to $3,920 at Covington Club Luxury Townhomes.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,197/mo | $849/mo | 74 |
| 2 Bed | $1,655/mo | $1,029/mo | 74 |
| 3 Bed | $2,690/mo | $1,893/mo | 6 |
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 Farmington Hills, MI, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Farmington Hills, MI averages $1,197/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,655/mo. At the local median household income of $101,863, that works out to 17% 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 Farmington Hills, MI at $1,475/mo. The current tracked market average runs 0% aligned with that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Farmington Hills, MI while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Farmington Hills, 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
$59,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,475/mo.
Comfortable income
$71,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($849/mo), you need to earn at least $34,000/year.
Median household income in Farmington Hills, MI is $101,863 , about 44% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Farmington Hills, MI
Overall prices in Farmington Hills, 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 Farmington Hills, MI's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,475 |
| Utilities | $400 |
| Groceries | $529 |
| Transportation | $954 |
| Healthcare | $466 |
| Other goods and services | $745 |
| Estimated total | $4,569/mo |
Population
83,316
Median household income
$101,863
Census median rent
$1,475/mo
Census rent burden
25.5%
Median age
41.4
Mean commute
25 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 Farmington Hills, MI rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Farmington Hills, MI | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit, MI | $1,744 | +18% | 39 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $1,863 | +26% | 27 |
| Auburn Hills, MI | $1,850 | +25% | 15 |
| Lansing, MI | $1,299 | -12% | 15 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $1,839 | +25% | 14 |
| Livonia, MI | $1,313 | -11% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Farmington Hills, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Farmington Hills, MI is $1,475 per month, as of November 15, 2026. This sample includes 154 priced apartments in 11 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Farmington Hills, MI?
The median asking rent in Farmington Hills, MI is $1,425 per month, computed from 154 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,475/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Farmington Hills, MI?
The lowest available rent in Farmington Hills, MI starts at $849 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Farmington Hills, MI?
1-bedroom apartments in Farmington Hills, MI average $1,197/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $849/mo across 74 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Farmington Hills, MI?
2-bedroom apartments in Farmington Hills, MI average $1,655/mo. Units start from $1,029/mo across 74 units currently listed.
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