Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
28%
Fort Gratiot
Fort Gratiot, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$851
Population
11,362
Renter Mix
26% Rent
This historic lakeside town is perfect for beach lovers
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This namesake town was originally the home of the first and oldest lighthouse in Michigan, Fort Gratiot Lighthouse. Currently, the lighthouse is located in modern-day Port Huron and Fort Gratiot is now known for its beautiful, sparse, open land. Nestled along Lake Huron, this small town is filled with green space, driving ranges, and waterfront parks. Lakeside Park and Beach is a popular spot with its splash pad, volleyball net, picnic areas, and more. For a more laid-back beach vibe without the crowds, residents flock to Fort Gratiot County Park.
Fort Gratiot is known for its commercial center, the largest shopping district in the county. Along 24th Avenue, residents enjoy a variety of grocery, department, and craft stores. There are plenty of restaurants to choose from along 24th Avenue and several movie theaters as well. Grab a bite to eat at your favorite casual chain or support family-owned eateries like Mama Vicki's Coney Island or Daybreak Café. If you’re looking to rent an apartment in an area filled with amenities and natural beauty, find your new home in Fort Gratiot today.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$72,095
Average: $93,152
Education
2,835
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,432
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Fort Gratiot has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Fort Gratiot, MI is $851 for one bedroom, $976 for two bedrooms, and $1,101 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Gratiot has increased by 2.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$851/month
740 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fort Gratiot, MI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Port Huron Museum
- Lakeport State Park
- Pine River Nature Center
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.