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 Jan / 2026, the average rent in Ann Arbor is $2,021 per month, a 2.07% decrease from last years average of $2,064.

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

In Ann Arbor, studios rent for $1,745 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,644 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,918 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,745 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 986 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,275 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor include Clinton-George ($1,332/month), Montibeller Park ($1,342/month), and Polo Fields Golf And Country Club ($1,486/month), all below the citywide average of $2,021.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor are Greater Sunset ($3,008/month), Downtown Ann Arbor ($3,550/month), and Burns Park ($4,933/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.

Last updated: February 18, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Ann Arbor is $2,021, a 2.07% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,064.

Studio Apartments at $1,745 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 $1,644, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,918 offer 986 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,275 sq ft) for $2,745, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Ann Arbor, MI

Last updated: February 18, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,021	894 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,745	473 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,644	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,918	986 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,745	1,275 sq. ft.

Ann Arbor, MI rent trends

Rental prices in Ann Arbor, MI have decreased by 2.07% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,064 to $2,021.

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?

Clinton-George $1,332/month

Montibeller Park $1,342/month

Polo Fields Golf And Country Club $1,486/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,021/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

Greater Sunset $3,008/month

Downtown Ann Arbor $3,550/month

Burns Park $4,933/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	$4,933
Downtown Ann Arbor	$3,550
Greater Sunset	$3,008
Country French Estates	$2,477
Broadway Area	$2,392
Bryant Pattengill West	$2,139
Arbor Hills	$2,013
Cranbrook Tower	$1,944
Dhu Varren	$1,924
Germantown	$1,890
Old West Side Ann Arbor	$1,833
Pioneer Nature	$1,765
Westover	$1,724
Bryant	$1,590
Glazier	$1,528
Polo Fields Golf And Country Club	$1,486
Montibeller Park	$1,342
Clinton-George	$1,332

Ann Arbor | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arbor Hills is 16% lower than in Broadway Area

$2,013

Arbor Hills rent is 1% lower than Ann Arbor average

Average Rent $2,013

$2,392

Broadway Area rent is 18% higher than Ann Arbor average

Average Rent $2,392

How Ann Arbor Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Ann Arbor	$2,021
Detroit	$1,316
Grand Rapids	$1,547
East Lansing	$1,769
Lansing	$1,237
Southfield	$1,402
Kalamazoo	$1,308
Farmington Hills	$1,464
Ypsilanti	$1,270
Westland	$1,151
Flint	$940
Novi	$1,676
Howell, MI	$1,535
Taylor, MI	$1,185
Livonia, MI	$1,441
Wixom, MI	$1,161
Garden City, MI	$982
Romulus, MI	$1,135
Brighton, MI	$1,678
Dearborn Heights, MI	$1,159
Farmington, MI	$1,260

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.