Average Rent in Harper Woods, MI
1 apartment buildings, 17 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in Harper Woods, MIAvg Rent
$1,505/mo
median $1,541
market average
Cheapest
$1,265/mo
The Haven at Grosse Pointe
Properties
1
tracked daily
Units
17
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Analysis
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Harper Woods, MI Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Haven at Grosse Pointe 20600 Balfour St, Harper Woods, MI 48225, USA | $1,265 | $1,505 | $1.62/ft² | 4.1 (337) | 17 |
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Harper Woods, MI neighborhoods
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Harper Woods, MI Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Harper Woods, MI is $1,505 per month, based on 17 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,265 at The Haven at Grosse Pointe to $1,689 at The Haven at Grosse Pointe.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,350/mo | $1,265/mo | 6 |
| 2 Bed | $1,590/mo | $1,511/mo | 11 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Harper Woods, MI, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Harper Woods, MI averages $1,350/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,590/mo. At the local median household income of $61,446, that works out to 29% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Harper Woods, MI at $1,306/mo. The current tracked market average runs 15% 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 Harper Woods, MI while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Harper Woods, 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
$60,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,505/mo.
Comfortable income
$72,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,265/mo), you need to earn at least $51,000/year.
Median household income in Harper Woods, MI is $61,446 , about 15% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Harper Woods, MI
Overall prices in Harper Woods, 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 Harper Woods, MI's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,505 |
| Utilities | $400 |
| Groceries | $529 |
| Transportation | $954 |
| Healthcare | $466 |
| Other goods and services | $745 |
| Estimated total | $4,599/mo |
Population
15,205
Median household income
$61,446
Census median rent
$1,306/mo
Census rent burden
29.0%
Median age
37.1
Mean commute
27 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
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
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
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 Harper Woods, MI rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Harper Woods, MI | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit, MI | $1,872 | +24% | -5.7% | 30 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $1,924 | +28% | +2.1% | 22 |
| Lansing, MI | $1,269 | -16% | -2.7% | 15 |
| Auburn Hills, MI | $1,821 | +21% | +1% | 14 |
| Sterling Heights, MI | $1,407 | -7% | +4.5% | 13 |
| Livonia, MI | $1,341 | -11% | -2.4% | 12 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Harper Woods, MI?
The average rent in Harper Woods, MI is $1,505 per month, based on 17 units across 1 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Harper Woods, MI?
The median asking rent in Harper Woods, MI is $1,541 per month, computed from 17 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,505/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Harper Woods, MI?
The lowest available rent in Harper Woods, MI starts at $1,265 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Harper Woods, MI?
1-bedroom apartments in Harper Woods, MI average $1,350/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,265/mo across 6 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Harper Woods, MI?
2-bedroom apartments in Harper Woods, MI average $1,590/mo. Units start from $1,511/mo across 11 units currently listed.
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