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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Holt, MI is $1,733. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Holt cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Holt is one of the pricier cities in Michigan, ranking #31 out of 95 cities tracked at $1,733/mo.

When was Holt rent data last updated?

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

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Holt

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Pop. 25,316·31st most expensive in Michigan·Holt rents have dropped 8.6%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,733/mo

Year-over-Year

-8.6%

Month-over-Month

-7.2%

vs US Median

-$232

Falling (Monthly)

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Holt · $1,733

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,733/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$69,000/yr

Local median income

$86,472/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Holt's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$940

1 BR

$980

2 BR

$1,220

3 BR

$1,590

4 BR+

$1,620

Research median

$1,220/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

$20,796/yr

At $1,733/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 8.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-8.6% YoY, -7.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Holt, MI is majority owner-occupied, 40.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,316

Median income

$86,472

Median age

39.1

Renters

34.6%

Age distribution

21.8%

21.9%

26.9%

17.8%

Under 1821.8%

18–3421.9%

35–5426.9%

55–6411.6%

65+17.8%

Gender

47.7%

52.3%

Male47.7%

Female52.3%

Race & ethnicity

73.8%

White73.8%

Black9.1%

Hispanic8.6%

Asian4.2%

Other4.2%

Education (25+)

21.2%

32.8%

40.7%

No HS diploma5.4%

HS diploma21.2%

Some college32.8%

Bachelor's+40.7%

Housing tenure

65.4%

34.6%

Owner65.4%

Renter34.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Holt, MI has changed in 5 years

Income

$74,169 → $86,472

up 16.6%

Population

25,755 → 25,316

down 1.7%

Renter share

33.1% → 34.6%

+1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

40.7% → 40.7%

+0.0 pts

Median age

38 → 39.1

+1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $74,169 in 2021 to $86,472 more recently. Census counts show Holt, MI losing about 439 residents over the five-year window, down 1.7% on net. The renter share has risen from 33.1% to 34.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Holt on your salary?

At $1,733/mo, how Holt rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 22.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

By apartment size

Holt rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Holt, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Holt is $1,733/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,220/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($86,472/yr), Holt ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Holt an affordable city for renters?

Holt is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,733/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($86,472/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Holt falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Holt?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,733/mo in Holt. The local median household income is $86,472/yr, meaning the typical Holt household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Holt?

Rent in Holt has decreased 8.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Holt rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Holt is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #31 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,733/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Holt?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Holt ($1,733/mo): Jackson ($1,140/mo), Lansing ($1,230/mo), East Lansing ($1,261/mo).

What percentage of Holt residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.6% of Holt households are renters, while 65.4% are owner-occupied. Holt leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.