Last updated on October 24, 2026

Average rent in
Muskegon, MI

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Muskegon rent stands today

    Muskegon, MI rent rose 10.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,198/month. Renters today are paying $130 more per month than last year, with rent recovering from a trough of $1,005/month in May 2025 to near the peak of $1,300/month in July 2026.

  • Muskegon is 37.0% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 95 total rentals across a mix of apartments and houses.

  • Price ranges

    Studio rents in Muskegon run around $1,220/month, 1-bedrooms around $900/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,098/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,385/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,895/month. Apartments make up 56.2% of rentals, with houses at 39.7%, priced at $1,008/month and $1,395/month respectively.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    In Muskegon, MI, Jackson Hill rents rose 126.1% year over year to $1,350/month across 14 rentals, while Lakeside increased 86.5% to $1,725/month. This contrasts with citywide growth of 10.5%, showing strong local variation.

Median rent

Median rent in Muskegon

$1,197/mo

increased by10%

vs previous year

The average rent in Muskegon is $1,197 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% below the national average rent, or $702 less per month.

$1.15

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Muskegon

95

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Muskegon rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Muskegon, MI

Average rent prices in Muskegon have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 10% 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 Muskegon, MI

Rent prices in Muskegon vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Muskegon is $1,008, whereas a house costs $1,395. 1-bedroom apartments in Muskegon run $900 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.

Listings

Studio

$1,220

88%

2%

1 bedroom

$900

3%

1%

2 bedroom

$1,097

No Change

10%

3 bedroom

$1,385

4%

1%

4 bedroom

$1,895

No Change

13%

Studio

Average rent

$1,220

Last 30 days

88%

Last year

2%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$900

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

1%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,097

Last year

10%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,385

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

1%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,895

Last year

13%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Muskegon, 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 Muskegon, MI compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Muskegon and Allendale Charter Township by all bedroom counts and property types.

Muskegon

Median rent price$1,197
decreased by37%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,695
decreased by11%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Muskegon, MI is 29% lower than the median rent in Allendale Charter Township, MI.

Discover rentals in Muskegon, MI

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4d ago

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Amity Commons

159 Amity Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$305–$1,413

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.

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Age restricted

4d ago

8.3

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Allen Crossing

148 Allen Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442

1–2 beds

1 bath

$338–$1,320

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.

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13h ago

8.3

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Ten21 Jefferson

1021 Jefferson St, Muskegon, MI 49440

1–2 beds

1 bath

$365–$840

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Berkshire Muskegon Senior - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.3

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Berkshire Muskegon Senior

929 1st St, Muskegon, MI 49440

1–2 beds

1 bath

$519–$1,150

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Frequently asked questions for Muskegon, MI

Quick answers to common questions about the Muskegon rental market.

How much is rent in Muskegon?

The average rent in Muskegon is $1,197 per month as of October 17, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Muskegon?

Average rent prices in Muskegon have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.

How does Muskegon rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Muskegon is 37% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $702 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Muskegon?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Muskegon are Nelson ($1,000/mo), East Muskegon ($1,000/mo), and Marsh Field ($1,016/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Muskegon?

To comfortably afford rent in Muskegon, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Muskegon?

January offers the lowest rents in Muskegon, running about 12% below April prices, while October sees the least competition with lower demand relative to available inventory.

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).

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