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Rental Market Trends in Ann Arbor, MI

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Ann Arbor, MI is $1,672/month.

Rent in Ann Arbor is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,672/month

Average Rent

710 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.3%

Change / Year

1,951

Available Apartments

Ann Arbor rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ann Arbor average $1,625 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ann Arbor average $1,672 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ann Arbor average $1,921 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ann Arbor average $2,582 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,625/month
455 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,672/month
710 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,921/month
982 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,582/month
1,269 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,049/month
401 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,171/month
1,011 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,950/month
1,536 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,264/month
1,327 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,788/month
619 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,094/month
1,188 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,786/month
1,621 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,049/month
697 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,460/month
1,257 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Ann Arbor, MI?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.3%, which averages out to $5 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ann Arbor, MI

August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ann Arbor, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
3% $700 - $1,000/month
29% $1,001 - $1,500/month
30% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

Based on current rent prices, Oxbridge, Glazier Way and North Burns Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Oxbridge
$885/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Glazier Way
$1,352/month
684 Sq Ft
North Burns Park
$1,379/month
673 Sq Ft
Southeast Ann Arbor
$1,457/month
640 Sq Ft
Northeast Ann Arbor
$1,530/month
621 Sq Ft
West Ann Arbor
$1,543/month
682 Sq Ft
South Ann Arbor
$1,565/month
735 Sq Ft
Old Fourth Ward
$1,613/month
528 Sq Ft
Greenview & Pioneer Nature Area
$1,659/month
663 Sq Ft
Central Ann Arbor
$1,667/month
749 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Ann Arbor, Kerrytown District and West Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Ann Arbor
$2,187/month
646 Sq Ft
Kerrytown District
$2,130/month
650 Sq Ft
West Park
$2,129/month
670 Sq Ft
Pittsfield Lodi
$2,048/month
755 Sq Ft
Plansmart
$1,981/month
635 Sq Ft
Georgetown
$1,977/month
752 Sq Ft
Old West Side
$1,972/month
671 Sq Ft
Broadway
$1,786/month
594 Sq Ft
Ann Arbor Scio
$1,786/month
730 Sq Ft
South Main
$1,777/month
675 Sq Ft

Which Ann Arbor neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Ann Arbor with the most apartments available are Pittsfield Lodi, Ann Arbor Scio and Old West Side .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Pittsfield Lodi
$2,048/month
755 Sq Ft
Ann Arbor Scio
$1,786/month
730 Sq Ft
Old West Side
$1,972/month
671 Sq Ft
West Ann Arbor
$1,543/month
682 Sq Ft
Central Ann Arbor
$1,667/month
749 Sq Ft
Downtown Ann Arbor
$2,187/month
646 Sq Ft
South Ann Arbor
$1,565/month
735 Sq Ft
Kerrytown District
$2,130/month
650 Sq Ft
South Main
$1,777/month
675 Sq Ft
West Park
$2,129/month
670 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Ann Arbor, MI?

Because the average rent in Ann Arbor is $1,672, you’ll want to make about $5,573 per month or $66,876 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Ann Arbor, MI is 5.5% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Ann Arbor is 16.8% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,625 - $2,582. You can expect to pay 10.0% more for groceries, 3.7% less for utilities, and 1.6% less for transportation.

City

Ann Arbor, MI

1,951 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Ann Arbor, MI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Ann Arbor, MI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Oxbridge

Ann Arbor, MI

Downtown Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Studio
-
$1,513/month
One Bedroom
$887/month
$2,343/month
Two Bedroom
$1,823/month
$3,455/month
Three Bedroom
-
$4,437/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Avg Rent: $1,113/month

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    Avg Rent: $1,122/month

Apartment Communities in Ann Arbor We Think You'll Love

Beekman on Broadway

Beekman on Broadway

1100 Broadway St,
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,213 - $3,688

University Towers - UofM Student Housing

University Towers - UofM Student Housing

536 S Forest Ave,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

1 Bed | $849 - $2,598

GreenBrier

GreenBrier

3615 Green Brier Blvd,
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,279 - $1,559

Pine Valley

Pine Valley

1521 Pine Valley Blvd,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

1-2 Beds | $1,500 - $1,600

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ann Arbor?

The average rent in Ann Arbor is $1,672 per month, which is 0.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Ann Arbor?

The average rent for a house in Ann Arbor, MI is $2,950 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Ann Arbor?

The average rent for a townhome in Ann Arbor, MI is $2,049 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Ann Arbor?

The average rent for a condo in Ann Arbor, MI is $1,788 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Ann Arbor?

Rents in Ann Arbor, MI are decreasing, with prices down 0.3% year-over-year and $5 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Ann Arbor?

In Ann Arbor, MI, 38% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Ann Arbor Rental Trends

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 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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