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Rental Market Trends in Kentwood, MI

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Kentwood, MI is $1,147/month.

Rent in Kentwood is 31% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,147/month

Average Rent

705 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.6%

Change / Year

595

Available Apartments

Kentwood rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Kentwood average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Kentwood average $1,147 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Kentwood average $1,298 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Kentwood average $1,361 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,147/month
705 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,298/month
1,024 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,361/month
1,306 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Kentwood, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $30 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Kentwood, MI

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Kentwood, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
21% $700 - $1,000/month
64% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Kentwood is $1,147, you’ll want to make about $3,823 per month or $45,876 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.

City

Kentwood, MI

595 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Kentwood, 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 Communities in Kentwood We Think You'll Love

ReNew Woodland Ranch South

ReNew Woodland Ranch South

3300 E Paris Ave SE,
Kentwood, MI 49512

1-2 Beds | $1,389 - $2,329

Meadowbrooke Apartment Homes

Meadowbrooke Apartment Homes

5012 Verdure Pky,
Grand Rapids, MI 49512

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,406 - $2,501

ReNew Millbrook Apartment Collection

ReNew Millbrook Apartment Collection

4065 Pointe O Woods Ct SE,
Grand Rapids, MI 49508

1-2 Beds | $1,269 - $1,889

Hidden Lakes

Hidden Lakes

4260 Hidden Lakes Dr SE,
Grand Rapids, MI 49512

1-2 Beds | $1,365 - $2,676

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Kentwood?

The average rent in Kentwood is $1,147 per month, which is 31.0% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Kentwood?

Rents in Kentwood, MI are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $30 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Kentwood?

In Kentwood, MI, 64% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Kentwood 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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