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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Ann Arbor is $2,008 per month, a 2.9% decrease from last years average of $2,068.

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

In Ann Arbor, studios rent for $1,683 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,603 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,916 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,701 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 ($2,963/month), Downtown Ann Arbor ($3,600/month), and Burns Park ($5,143/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 38% 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 ($1,322/month), Clinton-George ($1,389/month), and Glazier ($1,514/month), all below the citywide average of $2,008.

Last updated: April 06, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Ann Arbor is $2,008, a 2.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,068.

Studio Apartments at $1,683 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 $1,603, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,916 offer 987 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,279 sq ft) for $2,701, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Ann Arbor, MI

Last updated: April 06, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,008	894 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,683	473 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,603	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,916	987 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,701	1,279 sq. ft.

Ann Arbor, MI rent trends

Rental prices in Ann Arbor, MI have decreased by 2.9% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,068 to $2,008.

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

The largest share of rentals in Ann Arbor, MI (38%) 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 $1,322/month

Clinton-George $1,389/month

Glazier $1,514/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,008/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Ann Arbor?

Greater Sunset $2,963/month

Downtown Ann Arbor $3,600/month

Burns Park $5,143/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	$5,143
Downtown Ann Arbor	$3,600
Greater Sunset	$2,963
Country French Estates	$2,513
Broadway Area	$2,327
Bryant Pattengill West	$2,085
Arbor Hills	$2,001
Dhu Varren	$1,888
Germantown	$1,859
Old West Side Ann Arbor	$1,859
Cranbrook Tower	$1,850
Westover	$1,756
Pioneer Nature	$1,720
Polo Fields Golf And Country Club	$1,537
Bryant	$1,532
Glazier	$1,514
Clinton-George	$1,389
Montibeller Park	$1,322

Ann Arbor | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arbor Hills is 14% lower than in Broadway Area

$2,001

Arbor Hills rent is 1% lower than Ann Arbor average

Average Rent $2,001

$2,327

Broadway Area rent is 16% higher than Ann Arbor average

Average Rent $2,327

How Ann Arbor Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Ann Arbor	$2,008
Detroit	$1,328
Grand Rapids	$1,557
East Lansing	$1,778
Lansing	$1,225
Southfield	$1,407
Kalamazoo	$1,317
Farmington Hills	$1,463
Ypsilanti	$1,288
Westland	$1,154
Flint	$946
Novi	$1,685
Howell, MI	$1,548
Taylor, MI	$1,170
Livonia, MI	$1,413
Wixom, MI	$1,172
Garden City, MI	$969
Romulus, MI	$1,186
Brighton, MI	$1,696
Dearborn Heights, MI	$1,138
Farmington, MI	$1,258

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.