What is the average apartment size in Ann Arbor?

The average size for a Ann Arbor, MI apartment is 894 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Ann Arbor?

As of Mar / 2026, the average rent in Ann Arbor is $2,026 per month, a 2.23% decrease from last years average of $2,073.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Ann Arbor?

In Ann Arbor, studios rent for $1,690 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,620 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,942 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,720 per month

What is the average apartment size in Ann Arbor?

The typical apartment in Ann Arbor offers about 894 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Ann Arbor?

Studio apartments in Ann Arbor average 473 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 708 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 987 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,279 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor are Greater Sunset ($2,950/month), Downtown Ann Arbor ($3,586/month), and Burns Park ($5,083/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Ann Arbor, MI Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Ann Arbor?

The typical rent budget in Ann Arbor ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 37% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Ann Arbor?

In Ann Arbor, 54% of households rent while 46% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor include Montibeller Park ($1,359/month), Clinton-George ($1,448/month), and Bryant ($1,506/month), all below the citywide average of $2,026.

Last updated: April 22, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Ann Arbor is $2,026, a 2.23% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,073.

Studio Apartments at $1,690 offer the most budget-friendly option with 473 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 708 square feet for $1,620, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,942 offer 987 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,279 sq ft) for $2,720, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Ann Arbor, MI

Last updated: April 22, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,026	894 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,690	473 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,620	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,942	987 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,720	1,279 sq. ft.

Ann Arbor, MI rent trends

Rental prices in Ann Arbor, MI have decreased by 2.23% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,073 to $2,026.

What's the typical rent budget in Ann Arbor, MI?

The largest share of rentals in Ann Arbor, MI (37%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Ann Arbor, MI?

27,131 or 54% of the households in Ann Arbor, MI are renter-occupied while 22,776 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

Montibeller Park $1,359/month

Clinton-George $1,448/month

Bryant $1,506/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,026/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

Greater Sunset $2,950/month

Downtown Ann Arbor $3,586/month

Burns Park $5,083/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Ann Arbor, MI By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Burns Park	$5,083
Downtown Ann Arbor	$3,586
Greater Sunset	$2,950
Country French Estates	$2,479
Broadway Area	$2,321
Bryant Pattengill West	$2,128
Arbor Hills	$2,021
Dhu Varren	$1,899
Germantown	$1,894
Cranbrook Tower	$1,876
Old West Side Ann Arbor	$1,869
Pioneer Nature	$1,763
Westover	$1,740
Polo Fields Golf And Country Club	$1,644
Bryant	$1,506
Clinton-George	$1,448
Montibeller Park	$1,359

Ann Arbor | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arbor Hills is 13% lower than in Broadway Area

$2,021

Arbor Hills rent is 1% lower than Ann Arbor average

Average Rent $2,021

$2,321

Broadway Area rent is 15% higher than Ann Arbor average

Average Rent $2,321

How Ann Arbor Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Ann Arbor	$2,026
Detroit	$1,337
Grand Rapids	$1,561
Lansing	$1,238
East Lansing	$1,771
Kalamazoo	$1,321
Ypsilanti	$1,310
Southfield	$1,404
Farmington Hills	$1,465
Battle Creek	$1,157
Westland	$1,167
Novi	$1,694
Howell, MI	$1,535
Taylor, MI	$1,172
Livonia, MI	$1,433
Dearborn Heights, MI	$1,142
Wixom, MI	$1,179
Wayne, MI	$1,095
Brighton, MI	$1,695
Romulus, MI	$1,173
Inkster, MI	$1,110

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Ann Arbor apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.