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Harrison Township

·77th most expensive in Michigan·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,254/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.4%
Month-over-Month
-3.2%
vs US Median
-$711
Falling (Monthly)
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Harrison Township · $1,254
More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
65/100
Good value
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Harrison Township's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,254/mo
Expected by trend
$1,358/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$890
1 BR
$980
2 BR
$1,240
3 BR
$1,520
4 BR+
$1,640
Research median
$1,240/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
$15,048/yr
At $1,254/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 2.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.4% YoY, -3.2% MoM), not inventory.
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2023 vs 2026

How Harrison Township, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,218 → $1,254
up 3.0%

Five years ago, renters in Harrison Township, MI paid around $1,218 a month. That figure now sits near $1,254, up 3.0% from the 2023 baseline. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Harrison Township, MI reflects that arc in its own way.

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By apartment size

Harrison Township rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Harrison Township, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Harrison Township is $1,254/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,240/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,520/mo.

At 21% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Harrison Township ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Harrison Township an affordable city for renters?

Harrison Township is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,254/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Harrison Township falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Harrison Township?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,254/mo in Harrison Township.

Is rent going up or down in Harrison Township?

Rent in Harrison Township has decreased 2.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Harrison Township rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Harrison Township is one of the more affordable cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #77 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,254/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Harrison Township?

Mount Clemens is nearby and more affordable at $1,247/mo, which is $7 less than Harrison Township.

How does Harrison Township rent compare to the national average?

Harrison Township's median rent of $1,254/mo is $711 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #77 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,254/mo, rent takes ~21% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Harrison Township 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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