Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Ann Arbor, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Ann Arbor, MI rent slipped 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,200/month. Renters today are paying $60 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Ann Arbor runs 15.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier metro with 911 total rentals available for choice.
Price ranges
Studios in Ann Arbor rent for $1,350/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,550/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,050/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,799/month. Houses command a median of $3,950/month, while apartments sit at $1,975/month, reflecting the city's varied inventory.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lawton rents fell 65.7% year over year to $1,699/month across 23 rentals. This steep local decline contrasts with the citywide 2.6% drop and marks a notable hyperlocal shift.
Median rent
Median rent in Ann Arbor
$2,200/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Ann Arbor is $2,200 per month as of October 2026. This is 16% above the national average rent, or $300 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Ann Arbor
911
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Ann Arbor rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Ann Arbor, MI
Average rent prices in Ann Arbor have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Ann Arbor, MI
Rent prices in Ann Arbor vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Ann Arbor is $1,975, whereas a house costs $3,950. 1-bedroom apartments in Ann Arbor run $1,575 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,350 |  2% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,550 | 14% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $2,050 | 5% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $3,147 | 9% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $5,799 | 32% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Broadway | $1,950 | |
Downtown Ann Arbor | $2,747 | |
Kimberly Hills | $2,525 | |
Lower Burns Park | $4,200 | |
North Area | $1,995 | |
North Burns Park | $3,675 | |
Old West Side | $1,600 | |
Plansmart | $2,917 | |
South Main | $1,800 | |
Virginia Park | $1,950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,975 | 8% | 1% | |
Condos | $2,000 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $3,950 | 22% | 19% | |
Rooms | $990 | 4% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,050
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,147
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,799
Last 30 days
32%
Last year
8%
South Main
Average rent
$1,800
Downtown Ann Arbor
Average rent
$2,747
Old West Side
Average rent
$1,600
Lower Burns Park
Average rent
$4,200
Plansmart
Average rent
$2,917
Broadway
Average rent
$1,950
Virginia Park
Average rent
$1,950
North Area
Average rent
$1,995
North Burns Park
Average rent
$3,675
Kimberly Hills
Average rent
$2,525
Apartments
Average rent
$1,975
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,000
Houses
Average rent
$3,950
Last 30 days
22%
Last year
19%
Rooms
Average rent
$990
Last 30 days
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Ann Arbor, MI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Ann Arbor, MI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Ann Arbor and Belleville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Ann Arbor
16%higher than the national median
32%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Ann Arbor, MI is 69% higher than the median rent in Belleville, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,299
10%$1,400
40%$1,575
26%$1,990
8%$3,000
$2,300
29%$1,825
15%$1,145
9%$1,677
7%$1,722
1%$1,325
2%$1,350
8%Cost of living in Ann Arbor, MI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 10% higher |
| Health | 25% higher |
| Housing | 17% higher |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 4% lower |
Discover rentals in Ann Arbor, MI
5d+ ago
Lower Burns Park apartment for rent in Ann Arbor
1 bed
0 baths
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 17
5d+ ago
South Main house for rent in Ann Arbor
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Aug 22
1d ago
203 E Davis Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$800–$975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
2716 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
1–2 beds
1 bath
$800–$1,350
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ann Arbor
5 beds
2.5 baths
$10,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 19
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ann Arbor
5 beds
2.5 baths
$10,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 19
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ann Arbor
502 Elm St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
5 beds
2 baths
$8,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 20
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ann Arbor
827 E University Ave #2, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
5 beds
2 baths
$7,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 17
1d ago
Verified
4275 Eyrie Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,187–$1,915
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1533 Pine Valley Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,575–$1,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
913 Dewey Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2575 Sandalwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,765–$2,846
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
305 Timberland Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,950–$3,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2575 Sandalwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,765–$2,846
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1309 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550–$1,715
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1610 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
4 beds
3 baths
$6,599
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1032 Vaughn St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1533 Pine Valley Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
1 bed
1 bath
$1,575
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1328 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,399–$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
2845 Sagebrush Cir, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$1,699
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Ann Arbor, MI
Quick answers to common questions about the Ann Arbor rental market.
How much is rent in Ann Arbor?
The average rent in Ann Arbor is $2,200 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Ann Arbor?
Average rent prices in Ann Arbor have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Ann Arbor rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Ann Arbor is 16% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $300 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Ann Arbor?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor are Old West Side ($1,600/mo), South Main ($1,800/mo), and Broadway ($1,950/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Ann Arbor?
To comfortably afford rent in Ann Arbor, you'd need to earn approximately $88,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Ann Arbor?
March offers the best rental deals in Ann Arbor, with prices running about 20% lower than October's peak rates. December also provides good opportunities with the lowest competition and demand levels.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).