Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI
572 Tobin Dr,
Inkster, MI 48141
1-3 Beds | $960 - $1,600
Rental Market Trends in Inkster, MI
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Inkster, MI is $999/month.
Rent in Inkster is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$999/month
Average Rent
717 Sq Ft
Average Size
+4.3%
Change / Year
179
Available Apartments
Inkster rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Inkster average $726 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Inkster average $999 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Inkster average $1,189 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Inkster average $1,474 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Inkster, MI?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4.3%, which averages out to $44 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Inkster, MI
July 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
44%
Below $700/month
22%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$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 Inkster, MI?
Because the average rent in Inkster is $999, you’ll want to make about $3,330 per month or $39,960 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.
How does Inkster, MI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Inkster, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Inkster?
The average rent in Inkster is $999 per month, which is 39.9% lower than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Inkster?
The average rent for a house in Inkster, MI is $1,451 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Inkster?
The average rent for a townhome in Inkster, MI is $1,442 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Inkster?
Rents in Inkster, MI are increasing, with prices up 4.3% year-over-year and $44 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Inkster?
In Inkster, MI, 44% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.