Sandusky
Sandusky, MI
Area Guide
Bask in the small-town charm of Michigan’s Thumb
Located in the heart of Sanilac County, Sandusky is a charming small town with a history dating back to 1885. Sandusky honors its rich heritage to this day, with a slew of well-preserved buildings housing specialty stores, restaurants, breweries, and more along Sanilac Road.
Outside of Sanilac Road, Sandusky is predominantly residential, boasting an array of apartments and houses available for rent along tranquil tree-lined streets. Residents enjoy the tight-knit sense of community in Sandusky, which is fostered by annual events like the Michigan Thumb Festival as well as strong support of local businesses. The Lake Huron shoreline is just a short drive away, affording many Sandusky residents ample opportunities for outdoor recreation close to home.
Rent Trends
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Sandusky, MI is $524 for a studio, $580 for one bedroom, and $690 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sandusky has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
Transportation
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-6
511 Students
Sanilac Isd Special Education Services
Public
Grades PK-12
57 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
468 Students
Sanilac Isd Special Education Services
Public
Grades PK-12
57 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
468 Students
Sanilac Isd Special Education Services
Public
Grades PK-12
57 Students
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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 June 2025.