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Last updated on July 24, 2026
Average rent in
Muskegon, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on July 24, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Muskegon rent stands today
Muskegon, MI rent rose 27.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,290/month. Renters today are paying $278 more per month on average than last year, reaching the peak rent level of $1,300/month in July 2026.
Compared to national trends
Muskegon rent is 33.7% more affordable than the $1,945/month national median. The citywide median rent is $1,290/month, with a total of 65 rentals available.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Muskegon run around $1,225/month, with 1-bedrooms at $946/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,125/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,525/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,695/month. These figures reflect the range renters can expect by bedroom size.
Median rent
Median rent in Muskegon
$1,290/mo
27%vs previous year
The average rent in Muskegon is $1,290 per month as of July 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $655 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Muskegon
65
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Muskegon rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Muskegon, MI
Average rent prices in Muskegon have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 27% 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 $1,112, whereas a house costs $1,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Muskegon run $946 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,230.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,225 |  8% | 132% | |
1 bedroom | $946 | 1% | 12% | |
2 bedroom | $1,125 | No Change | 14% | |
3 bedroom | $1,525 | 2% | 14% | |
4 bedroom | $2,695 | 5% | 19% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Angell | $1,095 | |
Beachwood Bluffton | $1,100 | |
Campbell Field | $1,490 | |
East Muskegon | $1,135 | |
Jackson Hill | $1,230 | |
Lakeside | $1,350 | |
Marsh Field | $1,247 | |
Mclaughlin | $1,245 | |
Nelson | $1,675 | |
Nims | $1,450 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,112 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,450 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $700 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
132%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$946
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
12%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,125
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
14%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
14%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,695
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
19%
Nelson
Average rent
$1,675
Angell
Average rent
$1,095
Mclaughlin
Average rent
$1,245
Campbell Field
Average rent
$1,490
Jackson Hill
Average rent
$1,230
Nims
Average rent
$1,450
East Muskegon
Average rent
$1,135
Marsh Field
Average rent
$1,247
Lakeside
Average rent
$1,350
Beachwood Bluffton
Average rent
$1,100
Apartments
Average rent
$1,112
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Houses
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$700
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
34%lower than the national median
14%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Muskegon, MI is 23% lower than the median rent in Allendale Charter Township, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
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15%$1,450
45%Discover rentals in Muskegon, MI
1d ago
148 Allen Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442
1–2 beds
1 bath
$338–$1,320
Apartment for rent
2d ago
929 1st St, Muskegon, MI 49440
1–2 beds
1 bath
$519–$1,275
Apartment for rent
1d ago
557 Mclaren St, Muskegon, MI 49442
1–2 beds
1 bath
$610–$1,158
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
McLaughlin apartment for rent in Muskegon
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
Available May 11
4d ago
351 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,800–$8,210
Apartment for rent
2d ago
292 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,700–$3,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Muskegon
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,950
House for rent
Available Apr 24
5d+ ago
House for rent in Muskegon
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$1,350
House for rent
1d ago
5d+ ago
1621 Lakeshore Dr, Muskegon, MI 49441
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Muskegon house for rent in Muskegon
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
1085 Royale Glen Drive, Muskegon, MI 49441
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$1,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
Lakeside house for rent in Muskegon
2245 Lakeshore Dr, Muskegon, MI 49441
4 beds
2 baths
$2,195
House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Nims house for rent in Muskegon
1543 Beidler St #4, Muskegon, MI 49441
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
House for rent
Available Aug 15
2d ago
750 Emerald St Apt G, Muskegon, MI 49442
3 beds
2 baths
$920
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
889 Woodside Rd, Muskegon, MI 49441
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Muskegon house for rent in Muskegon
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
House for rent
20h ago
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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 $1,290 per month as of July 18, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Muskegon?
Average rent prices in Muskegon have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 27% since last year.
How does Muskegon rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Muskegon is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $655 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Muskegon?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Muskegon are Angell ($1,095/mo), Beachwood Bluffton ($1,100/mo), and East Muskegon ($1,135/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Muskegon?
To comfortably afford rent in Muskegon, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Muskegon?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Muskegon average around $890/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,090/month.
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).