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Rental Market Trends in Saint Clair, MI

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Saint Clair, MI is $991/month.

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

$991/month

Average Rent

616 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

13

Available Apartments

Saint Clair rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Saint Clair average $876 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Saint Clair average $991 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Saint Clair average $1,248 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Saint Clair average $1,094 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$876/month
455 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$991/month
616 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,248/month
951 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,094/month
1,200 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Saint Clair, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $19 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Saint Clair, MI

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Saint Clair, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
17% $700 - $1,000/month
83% $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 Saint Clair, MI?

Because the average rent in Saint Clair is $991, you’ll want to make about $3,303 per month or $39,636 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

Saint Clair, MI

13 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Saint Clair, 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.

  • Marysville

    Marysville

    Avg Rent: $932/month

  • Marine City

    Marine City

    Avg Rent: $758/month

  • Kimball Township

    Kimball Township

    Avg Rent: $454/month

Apartment Communities in Saint Clair We Think You'll Love

Allman Apartments

Allman Apartments

936 Brown St,
Saint Clair, MI 48079

1-2 Beds | $1,190 - $1,457

Legacy at Hilltop

Legacy at Hilltop

1687 S Riverside Ave,
Saint Clair, MI 48079

2 Beds | $950 - $1,050

Dutton Estates

Dutton Estates

1970 River Rd,
Saint Clair, MI 48079

1-2 Beds | $1,110 - $1,254

Gray Estates Apartments

Gray Estates Apartments

1124 Clinton Ave,
Saint Clair, MI 48079

1-2 Beds | $1,050 - $1,279

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Saint Clair?

The average rent in Saint Clair is $991 per month, which is 40.5% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Saint Clair?

Rents in Saint Clair, MI are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $19 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Saint Clair?

In Saint Clair, MI, 83% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Saint Clair 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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