Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Michiganâs rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and singleâfamily homes, catering to a broad spectrum of renters from students and young professionals to growing families. Across the state, studio units typically fall in the $1,200 range, while oneâbedroom apartments average in the low $1,300s. Larger apartmentsâtwoâbedrooms and upâgenerally move into the $1,500 to $2,200 brackets, reflecting the variety of options available in both suburban settings and vibrant urban cores.
Home rentals follow a similar pattern, with studio and oneâbedroom houses anchored around the $1,200 to $2,700 marks, and multiâbedroom homes ranging from the $1,300s for twoâbedrooms to the $2,800 range for larger families. This range supports renters seeking everything from compact, lowâmaintenance units to spacious family residences, often situated near schools, parks, and major employers.
The stateâs key rental hubs include Detroitâs revitalized downtown and Midtown districts, where historic lofts sit alongside modern highârise apartments, and Grand Rapids, known for its walkable neighborhoods and burgeoning tech sector. In the western part of the state, the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas provide affordable familyâfriendly housing, while the scenic Upper Peninsula offers seasonal rentals that attract outdoor enthusiasts. Whether youâre drawn to the cultural amenities of Ann Arbor, the lakefront lifestyle of Traverse City, or the quieter suburban communities surrounding Lansing, Michiganâs rental market delivers flexibility, convenience, and a range of price points to suit every lifestyle.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,122 | $1,000 | $600 - $1,627 | $875 - $1,525 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,321 | $1,210 | $501 - $3,150 | $1,047 - $1,415 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,673 | $1,419 | $703 - $3,950 | $1,205 - $2,013 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,787 | $1,475 | $425 - $5,000 | $1,015 - $2,289 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $1,825 | $697 | $330 - $6,900 | $550 - $3,600 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,003 | $1,050 | $700 - $1,350 | $923 - $1,100 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,190 | $1,150 | $810 - $1,975 | $1,000 - $1,300 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,835 | $1,595 | $700 - $7,000 | $1,300 - $2,100 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,898 | $2,395 | $1,000 - $12,500 | $1,700 - $3,300 |
In the current period, the average rent in Michigan was $1,123 for Studio, $1,285 for 1 Bedroom, $1,532 for 2 Bedroom, $1,825 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,443 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.