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Plymouth, MI rent trends

Rental prices in Plymouth, MI have increased by 0.1% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,503 to $1,505.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Plymouth, MI is $1,505.

Average rent in Plymouth, MI

$1,505/mo Plymouth, MI average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Plymouth, MI is $1,505.

    What's the typical rent budget in Plymouth, MI?

    About 11% of apartment rents in Plymouth, MI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 23% of apartments. Around 30% of Plymouth’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 30% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 5% of apartment rentals in Plymouth are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Plymouth, MI (30%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Plymouth, MI

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    Walker's Paradise
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    Walk Score®: 94, Bike Score®: 57

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average rent in Plymouth, MI?

    The average rent in Plymouth, MI is $1,208.

    What type of rental buildings are in Plymouth, MI?

    In Plymouth, 30% of the residents are renting compared to 70% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 13% of Plymouth's rentals, 73% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Plymouth, MI?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Plymouth are about 52 years old, on average. Of these, 8% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Plymouth, MI?

    Studio apartments in Plymouth are around 0% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 50% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 49% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

    Living in Plymouth, MI

    Plymouth is a very small city in Wayne County, MI. It’s also the western suburb of metro Detroit and, as such, appeals to renters who work in Detroit as it’s about 10 miles west. In particular, Plymouth is known for its Ice Spectacular, which is the largest and oldest ice-carving festival in North America that’s held in Plymouth every January. Aside from this, renters in Plymouth also enjoy some of the best festivals in Michigan. These include the Arts Festival in July and the Fall Festival in September. Plymouth has a cold and temperate climate with 33 inches of rain and 44 inches of snow per year. There are also 177 sunny days per year and about 139 days of precipitation. Thus, renters in Plymouth should be prepared for storms and flooding.

    Renting in Plymouth, MI

    Plymouth has a dense, suburban feel in the rental neighborhoods. There are a lot of restaurants, parks, and coffee shops in the rental areas of Plymouth, and it consists of 10 constituent neighborhoods for prospective renters to choose from. The best places for renters to live in Plymouth are in the southwestern areas, while more affordable homes can be found in the northwestern regions of Plymouth. Renters also look out for condos, single-family homes and townhomes. Specifically, prospective renters in the city choose homes that have central air, two-car garages, swimming pools, basements, and are pet-friendly. Notably, there is rent control in Plymouth and landlords are not allowed to raise the rent above 5%. Also, landlords cannot evict renters without a court order. Renters must also pay the rent within seven days or move out. While there is no law on grace periods, landlords should include the late fees in the rental lease.

    Things for renting

    Shopping in Plymouth, MI

    There are various shopping opportunities available to renters in Plymouth, including large shopping malls. Specifically, Westchester Square Mall is the largest in the city, providing in-store shopping and dining. Other popular spots for shopping include Downtown Plymouth Ventures and Markham Place. Meanwhile, renters in the city shop for their groceries at Westborn Market, Busch’s Fresh Food Market, Kroger, Mumbai Market and Pure Pastures. Granted, there aren’t a lot of department stores available in the Plymouth, but the town does have a downtown area with a wide range of local stores, shops, eateries, spas, salons and the popular Kellogg Park.

    Transportation in Plymouth, MI

    Plymouth is often called a walker’s paradise because even the daily errands of renters don’t require a car. In fact, most renters prefer to walk around the city, and the downtown area is the most walkable, so renters can explore stores and eateries easily. Alternatively, Plymouth provides public transportation to its residents, too, with the SMART Bus that operates throughout Michigan. Or, renters aged 60 and older can use the Community Senior Transportation services. There are also services for local transit and intercity buses, as well as taxis and rideshare. Finally, the Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest to Plymouth, about 12.5 miles away.

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