Last updated October 16, 2026
Average Rent in Michigan (2026)
Average rent across Michigan is $1,626/mo as of October 2026, based on 2,235 units tracked daily across 36 cities and 227 apartment communities. Rents are down $112 (6.9%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $525 to $5,660.
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Source: Average Rent (average-rent.com), October 2026. Average Rent. (October 2026). Average Rent in Michigan (2026). Retrieved from https://average-rent.com/state/michigan/rent-trends/ Source: <a href="https://average-rent.com/state/michigan/rent-trends/">Average Rent</a>, October 2026. Explore Michigan Cities
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Michigan Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $1,826 | -$26 | 308 | $759 |
| Ann Arbor | $1,909 | -$795 | 241 | $949 |
| Auburn Hills | $1,964 | -$13 | 191 | $951 |
| Farmington Hills | $1,462 | +$112 | 175 | $849 |
| Lansing | $1,329 | +$35 | 147 | $821 |
| Sterling Heights | $1,454 | +$432 | 131 | $925 |
| Kalamazoo | $1,302 | +$33 | 128 | $525 |
| Novi | $1,291 | +$80 | 106 | $982 |
| Livonia | $1,298 | +$68 | 95 | $975 |
| Grand Rapids | $1,841 | -$411 | 89 | $1,050 |
| Westland | $1,182 | -$119 | 63 | $959 |
| Wyoming | $1,888 | +$18 | 59 | $1,489 |
| Rochester Hills | $1,925 | -$455 | 55 | $1,347 |
| Pontiac | $1,562 | -$15 | 54 | $975 |
| Southfield | $1,567 | +$66 | 49 | $1,215 |
| Dearborn | $1,659 | -$151 | 42 | $1,195 |
| Clinton Township | $1,621 | -$352 | 39 | $1,095 |
| Warren | $1,590 | +$268 | 35 | $1,078 |
| Southgate | $1,390 | -$294 | 30 | $799 |
| Macomb | $1,434 | -$20 | 29 | $1,250 |
Show 16 smaller Michigan cities
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Heights | $1,279 | +$18 | 27 | $1,045 |
| West Bloomfield Township | $2,135 | +$45 | 26 | $1,799 |
| Flint | $1,087 | -$21 | 20 | $755 |
| Troy | $2,067 | -$46 | 20 | $1,688 |
| Harper Woods | $1,574 | +$32 | 17 | $1,275 |
| Taylor | $1,593 | +$125 | 13 | $1,385 |
| Harrison Township | $1,334 | +$458 | 9 | $1,135 |
| Madison Heights | $1,166 | -$141 | 8 | $1,050 |
| Royal Oak | $2,520 | -$4 | 7 | $2,310 |
| Plymouth | $2,506 | +$80 | 6 | $2,050 |
| Roseville | $1,498 | +$196 | 5 | $895 |
| Shelby Township | $1,549 | -$81 | 4 | $1,345 |
| Brownstown Township | $2,123 | +$97 | 3 | $2,042 |
| Burton | $1,051 | -- | 2 | $1,051 |
| Allen Park | $985 | -- | 1 | $985 |
| Utica | $2,150 | -- | 1 | $2,150 |
Which Michigan Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Michigan cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 15 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Michigan
Across the 9 Michigan buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $2.6M per month ($32M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Woodbury Gardens Apartments & Townhomes | Ann Arbor, MI | $926K/mo | 92% | 538 |
| 2.The Emerson Apartments | Ann Arbor, MI | $596K/mo | 93% | 324 |
| 3.The Boulevard | Detroit, MI | $415K/mo | 97% | 231 |
| 4.Woodridge Apartments | Livonia, MI | $246K/mo | 96% | 176 |
| 5.Encore At Ashby Preserve | Harrison Township, MI | $163K/mo | 99% | 75 |
| 6.The Rowe | Grand Rapids, MI | $118K/mo | 90% | 77 |
| 7.Merriman Woods | Livonia, MI | $110K/mo | 93% | 80 |
| 8.Bridge Street Lofts | Grand Rapids, MI | $57K/mo | 93% | 44 |
| 9.Laurel Valley | Sterling Heights, MI | $7K/mo | 80% | 5 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Michigan broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,450 | $755 | $3,200 | 988 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,717 | $862 | $5,660 | 1,004 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,358 | $525 | $3,535 | 136 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Michigan Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Michigan apartments.
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What is the average rent in Michigan?
The average rent in Michigan is $1,626 per month as of October 2026, based on 2,235 units tracked across 36 cities.
Which Michigan city has the cheapest rent?
Flint has the lowest average rent in Michigan at $1,087 per month, with units starting from $755.
Are rents going up or down in Michigan?
Rents in Michigan have decreased by $112 (6.9%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Michigan?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Michigan is $1,450 per month, with 988 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Michigan?
Royal Oak is the most expensive city in Michigan with an average rent of $2,520 per month.
How many apartments are available in Michigan?
We track 2,235 individual units across 227 apartment communities in 36 Michigan cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Michigan?
Studio data is currently being collected.
How often are Michigan rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Michigan rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.