How much does it cost to rent in Clarkston, MI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Clarkston, MI is $1,664. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Clarkston cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Clarkston falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #34 out of 95 cities at $1,664/mo.

When was Clarkston rent data last updated?

Clarkston rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Clarkston a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Clarkston is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 2.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Clarkston

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·34th most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Clarkston, MI

Median rent (all units)

$1,664/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.2%

Month-over-Month

-3.0%

vs US Median

-$301

Falling (Monthly)

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Clarkston · $1,664

More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Clarkston's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,664/mo

Expected by trend

$1,724/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Clarkston's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,150

1 BR

$1,270

2 BR

$1,600

3 BR

$1,960

4 BR+

$2,120

Research median

$1,600/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$19,968/yr

At $1,664/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 2.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.2% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.

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2023 vs 2026

How Clarkston, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,545 → $1,664

up 7.7%

Rent in Clarkston, MI has increased 7.7% since 2023, going from about $1,545 per month to roughly $1,664 today. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Clarkston, MI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Clarkston on your salary?

At $1,664/mo, how Clarkston rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 36.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Clarkston rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Clarkston. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Clarkston, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clarkston is $1,664/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,150/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,600/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,960/mo.

At 28% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Clarkston ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clarkston an affordable city for renters?

Clarkston is considered affordable for renters. At $1,664/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clarkston falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Clarkston?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,664/mo in Clarkston.

Is rent going up or down in Clarkston?

Rent in Clarkston has increased 2.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Clarkston rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Clarkston is middle-of-the-pack for Michigan for rent, ranking #34 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,664/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clarkston?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Clarkston ($1,664/mo): Pontiac ($1,296/mo), Waterford ($1,297/mo).

How does Clarkston rent compare to the national average?

Clarkston's median rent of $1,664/mo is $301 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #34 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,664/mo, rent takes ~28% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clarkston 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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