Average Rent in Washtenaw, MI

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Current Versus Historical Washtenaw, MI Rents

Washtenaw rentals average $1,275 for a studio rental to $4,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,800, or roughly $24 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $18 (1.46%) year-over-year from $1,257 to $1,275. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $12 (-0.77%) year-over-year from $1,507 to $1,495. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $266 (-12.16%) year-over-year from $2,186 to $1,920. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $21 (-0.75%) year-over-year from $2,771 to $2,750. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $2,079 (-35.36%) year-over-year from $5,879 to $3,800. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 26.55% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.90% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.41% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.20% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 19.72% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$22.51	$1,275	$1,257 (1.46%)	$880 (44.89%)
1 BR	$27.37	$1,495	$1,507 (-0.77%)	$946 (58.06%)
2 BR	$23.99	$1,920	$2,186 (-12.16%)	$1,533 (25.29%)
3 BR	$20.77	$2,750	$2,771 (-0.75%)	$2,362 (16.44%)
4+ BR	$17.87	$3,800	$5,879 (-35.36%)	$5,050 (-24.75%)

Historical Rents in Washtenaw, MI

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Top Cities Near Washtenaw

There are a total of 3 cities nearby Washtenaw. The average rent in Washtenaw is currently $1,325 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Toledo, OH, with an average rent of $770, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Washtenaw, MI is Ann Arbor, MI. Monthly rents here are on average $1,795 per month.

Let's compare Washtenaw, MI's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Washtenaw, MI is 1.57% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 47.45% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Washtenaw, MI are about 42.11% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 40.74% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near Washtenaw, MI in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Toledo, OH	$595	$738	$770	$770
Detroit, MI	$10,000	$815	$1,100	$1,325
Ann Arbor, MI	$1,295	$1,550	$1,900	$1,795

Top Neighborhoods Near Washtenaw

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Washtenaw. One neighborhood in the area is South Main. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Washtenaw, MI in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Washtenaw, MI is currently around $1,775 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Washtenaw's average rent, which is actually $1,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Washtenaw, South Main has the most affordable average rent at $1,775 per month. Whereas, at $1,775 average rent per month, South Main is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Washtenaw. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
South Main, Ann Arbor, MI	N/A	$1,550	$1,850	$1,775

Top Counties Near Washtenaw

There are a total of 3 counties located by Washtenaw, MI. Some of these counties include Toledo, OH, Detroit, MI, and Ann Arbor, MI. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,325. That's roughly around $14 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Toledo, OH. Its average rent per month is $770. Vice versa, with an average rent of $1,795, Ann Arbor, MI is the most expensive county by Washtenaw, MI.

Typically, rent for studios in Washtenaw, MI is 1.57% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Washtenaw, MI is 47.45% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Washtenaw, MI is 42.11% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Toledo, OH	$595	$738	$770	$770
Detroit, MI	$10,000	$815	$1,100	$1,325
Ann Arbor, MI	$1,295	$1,550	$1,900	$1,795

Top Zipcodes Near Washtenaw

There is one zipcode in or near Washtenaw, MI. The average rent for this zipcode is $1,635. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 48103, Scio, MI at $1,635 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $1,635 per month is 48103, Scio, MI.

The following table includes the zipcode in or near Washtenaw, MI. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
48103, Scio, MI	$1,158	$1,450	$1,798	$1,635

Frequently Asked Questions - Washtenaw Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Washtenaw, MI?

The average monthly rental price for Washtenaw, MI apartments for rent is approximately $1,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Washtenaw, MI rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Washtenaw, MI.

How much is a studio apartment in Washtenaw, MI?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,275 and an average price per square feet of $22.51. There are a total of 55 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Washtenaw.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Washtenaw, MI?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,550 and an average price per square feet of $27.37. There are a total of 180 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Washtenaw.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Washtenaw, MI?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,900 and an average price per square feet of $23.99. There are a total of 234 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Washtenaw.

How have rent prices in Washtenaw, MI changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Washtenaw, MI can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.01%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Washtenaw, MI?

A reasonable rent price in Washtenaw, MI is around $1,440/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.