Redford Township

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Redford Township, MI Area Guide

Avg Rent

$976

Population

44,352

Renter Mix

28% Rent

A west Detroit suburb surrounded by green spaces.

Suburb Parks Outdoors Golf Affordable Diverse

Tucked along Detroit's western edge, Redford Township trades city hustle for tree-lined streets, wide parks, and a slower pace. Just minutes from Detroit with easy access to Livonia and Southfield, the township offers convenient urban connections while maintaining suburban calm. Golf courses and public green spaces give outdoor enthusiasts room to roam year-round.

Daily life feels settled and comfortable. Local shops and eateries serve the community, while nearby retail corridors handle bigger needs. Regional transit links connect Redford to the broader metro area. The township's 12 square miles keep everything manageable—most errands are a short drive away.

The rental market features garden-style apartments and ranch homes reflecting Redford's suburban character. Renters seeking more space without premium prices often land here. Established in the early 19th century and formally chartered from the original Springwells and Bucklin townships, Redford has nearly 200 years of history.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$64,565

Average: $78,584

Education

9,550

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

22,609

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

41 Years

Largest Age Group

55-64 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

24%

Over 65

18%

Housing Distribution

Redford Township has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Redford Township, MI is $659 for a studio, $990 for one bedroom, and $980 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Redford Township has increased by 3.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$990/month
666 Sq Ft
House
$1,492/month
861 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Redford Township, MI

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lola Valley Park
  • Bell Creek Recreation Area
  • Nankin Mills Nature Center
  • Environmental Interpretive Center
  • Holliday Forest & Wildlife Preserve

Airports

  • Detroit Metro Wayne County

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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.