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Rental Market Trends in Clare, MI

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Clare, MI is $1,000/month.

Rent in Clare is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,000/month

Average Rent

650 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.7%

Change / Year

3

Available Apartments

Clare rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Clare average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Clare average $1,000 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Clare average $1,002 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Clare average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,000/month
650 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,002/month
640 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Clare, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.7%, which averages out to $17 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Clare, MI

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Clare, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
100% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Clare is $1,000, you’ll want to make about $3,333 per month or $39,996 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.

City

Clare, MI

3 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Clare, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Farwell

    Farwell

    Avg Rent: $750/month

  • Mount Pleasant

    Mount Pleasant

    Avg Rent: $933/month

  • Gladwin

    Gladwin

    Avg Rent: $791/month

  • Barryton

    Barryton

    Avg Rent: $762/month

Apartment Communities in Clare We Think You'll Love

The Clare Lofts (Clare 32 LLC)

The Clare Lofts (Clare 32 LLC)

235 Dwyer St,
Clare, MI 48617

1-2 Beds | $1,000 - $1,300

Corning Apartments

Corning Apartments

230-260 Corning St,
Farwell, MI 48622

1-2 Beds | $750 - $875

333 Jackson St

333 Jackson St

333 Jackson St,
Coleman, MI 48618

3 Beds | $1,500

Cherry Street Town Houses

Cherry Street Town Houses

410 W Cherry St,
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

4 Beds | $1,300

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Clare?

The average rent in Clare is $1,000 per month, which is 39.9% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Clare?

Rents in Clare, MI are increasing, with prices up 1.7% year-over-year and $17 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Clare?

In Clare, MI, 100% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Clare 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 September 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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