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Rental Market Trends in Muskegon, MI

What is the average rent in Muskegon, MI?

$1,020/month

Average Rent

646 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+3.7%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Muskegon, MI is $1,020 per month. This is 38% lower than the national average rent of $1,641/month, making renting in Muskegon more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Muskegon, you can expect to pay about $873 per month for a studio, $1,020 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,338 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,658 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$873/month
332 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,020/month
646 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,338/month
949 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,658/month
1,236 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,433/month
1,082 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,684/month
809 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Muskegon, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.7%, which averages out to $38 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
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Rent Ranges in Muskegon, MI
Last Updated April 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Muskegon, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
15% Below $700/month
18% $700 - $1,000/month
41% $1,001 - $1,500/month
21% $1,501 - $2,000/month
6% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Muskegon?

Based on current rent prices, E Muskegon/Norton Shores, Campbell Field and Park Terrace are the most affordable neighborhoods in Muskegon.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
E Muskegon/Norton Shores
$951/month
576 Sq Ft
Campbell Field
$1,066/month
807 Sq Ft
Park Terrace
$1,066/month
807 Sq Ft
Downtown Muskegon
$1,607/month
754 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Muskegon?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Muskegon, Campbell Field and Park Terrace are the most expensive neighborhoods in Muskegon.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Muskegon
$1,607/month
754 Sq Ft
Campbell Field
$1,066/month
807 Sq Ft
Park Terrace
$1,066/month
807 Sq Ft
E Muskegon/Norton Shores
$951/month
576 Sq Ft

Which Muskegon neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Muskegon with the most apartments available are E Muskegon/Norton Shores, Downtown Muskegon and Campbell Field .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
E Muskegon/Norton Shores
$951/month
576 Sq Ft
Downtown Muskegon
$1,607/month
754 Sq Ft
Campbell Field
$1,066/month
807 Sq Ft
Park Terrace
$1,066/month
807 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Muskegon is $1,020, you’ll want to make about $3,400 per month or $40,800 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.

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Muskegon, MI

389 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Muskegon, 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

E Muskegon/Norton Shores

Muskegon, MI

Downtown Muskegon

Muskegon, MI

Studio
$851/month
$1,145/month
One Bedroom
$932/month
$1,437/month
Two Bedroom
$1,183/month
$1,814/month
Three Bedroom
$1,488/month
$1,979/month
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  • Norton Shores Average Rent

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Mona Shores Flats

Mona Shores Flats

267 Seminole Rd,
Norton Shores, MI 49444

$1,425 - $2,375

1-3 Beds

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Harmony Lake Apartment Homes

1700 Harmony Lake Dr,
Muskegon, MI 49444

$1,550 - $1,800

1-2 Beds

The Summit at Harvey Townhomes

The Summit at Harvey Townhomes

6420 Harvey St,
Muskegon, MI 49444

$2,095 - $2,645

2-3 Beds

Amazon Apartments

Amazon Apartments

550 W Western Ave,
Muskegon, MI 49440

$1,145 - $1,955

Studio - 3 Beds

Property Management Companies in Muskegon, MI

Monarch Investment and Management Group
Monarch Investment and Management Group
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  • 78,002

    Units

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4 Communities in Muskegon
Gordon Management
Gordon Management
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    Units

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4 Communities in Muskegon
Edward Rose & Sons
Edward Rose & Sons
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    Communities

  • 69,964

    Units

  • 84

    Cities

1 Community in Muskegon
KMG Prestige
KMG Prestige
  • 68

    Communities

  • 7,375

    Units

  • 45

    Cities

1 Community in Muskegon
CAPREIT Residential Management LLC
CAPREIT Residential Management LLC
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    Communities

  • 10,873

    Units

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    Cities

1 Community in Muskegon
Highlands Vista Group Management LLC
Highlands Vista Group Management LLC
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  • 7,792

    Units

  • 35

    Cities

1 Community in Muskegon
DTN Management
DTN Management
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  • 6,398

    Units

  • 21

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1 Community in Muskegon
Trillium Ventures MSV
Trillium Ventures MSV
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  • 2,173

    Units

  • 11

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1 Community in Muskegon

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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 February 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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