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Rental Market Trends in Clawson, MI

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Clawson, MI is $1,177/month.

Rent in Clawson is 29% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,177/month

Average Rent

658 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4.4%

Change / Year

580

Available Apartments

Clawson rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Clawson average $1,148 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Clawson average $1,177 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Clawson average $1,596 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Clawson average $1,860 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,148/month
449 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,177/month
658 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,596/month
1,018 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,860/month
1,250 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,660/month
906 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,564/month
1,279 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,455/month
2,420 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,804/month
1,090 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,750/month
936 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Clawson, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4.4%, which averages out to $52 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Clawson, MI

August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Clawson, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
21% $700 - $1,000/month
54% $1,001 - $1,500/month
12% $1,501 - $2,000/month
12% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Clawson is $1,177, you’ll want to make about $3,923 per month or $47,076 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

Clawson, MI

580 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Clawson, 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

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

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    Avg Rent: $1,395/month

  • Troy

    Troy

    Avg Rent: $1,450/month

  • Madison Heights

    Madison Heights

    Avg Rent: $1,042/month

  • Berkley

    Berkley

    Avg Rent: $1,511/month

  • Birmingham

    Birmingham

    Avg Rent: $2,286/month

  • Beverly Hills

    Beverly Hills

    Avg Rent: $1,232/month

  • Oak Park

    Oak Park

    Avg Rent: $1,031/month

Apartment Communities in Clawson We Think You'll Love

The Gables of Troy

The Gables of Troy

500 Coachman Dr,
Troy, MI 48083

1-2 Beds | $1,295 - $1,609

Regents Club of Troy

Regents Club of Troy

2751 Melcombe Cir,
Troy, MI 48084

1-3 Beds | $1,667 - $3,592

Zen City Center

Zen City Center

177 Wilshire Dr,
Troy, MI 48084

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,460 - $3,265

Elliott Park Apartments

Elliott Park Apartments

444 N Rochester Rd,
Clawson, MI 48017

1-2 Beds | $1,450 - $1,960

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Clawson?

The average rent in Clawson is $1,177 per month, which is 29.3% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Clawson?

The average rent for a house in Clawson, MI is $2,564 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Clawson?

The average rent for a townhome in Clawson, MI is $1,750 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Clawson?

Rents in Clawson, MI are increasing, with prices up 4.4% year-over-year and $52 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Clawson?

In Clawson, MI, 54% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Clawson 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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