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Northville

Pop. 6,069·22nd most expensive in Michigan·Northville rents are up 11.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,855/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.7%
Month-over-Month
+5.9%
vs US Median
-$110
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Northville · $1,855
More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
44/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Northville's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,855/mo
Expected by trend
$1,803/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,320
1 BR
$1,440
2 BR
$1,820
3 BR
$2,220
4 BR+
$2,410
Research median
$1,820/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
$22,260/yr
At $1,855/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 11.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.7% YoY, +5.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Northville, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 67.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,069
Median income
$145,530
Median age
47
Renters
19.7%
Age distribution
20.8%
16.5%
22.7%
19.1%
20.9%
Under 1820.8%
18–3416.5%
35–5422.7%
55–6419.1%
65+20.9%
Gender
46.1%
53.9%
Male46.1%
Female53.9%
Race & ethnicity
91.2%
White91.2%
Black0.5%
Hispanic1.4%
Asian2.9%
Other4.1%
Education (25+)
24%
67.8%
No HS diploma1.7%
HS diploma6.5%
Some college24%
Bachelor's+67.8%
Housing tenure
80.3%
19.7%
Owner80.3%
Renter19.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Northville, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,360 → $1,855
up 36.4%
Income
$132,568 → $145,530
up 9.8%
Population
6,106 → 6,069
down 0.6%
Renter share
14.6% → 19.7%
+5.1 pts
Bachelor's+
63.8% → 67.8%
+4.0 pts
Median age
50.4 → 47
-3.4 yrs

The median rent in Northville, MI stood at $1,360 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,855, reflecting a 36.4% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $145,530 today, compared with $132,568 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 19.7% of households, compared with 14.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 67.8% of adults here, versus 63.8% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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About renting in Northville, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Northville is $1,855/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,820/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,220/mo.

At 15% of local median household income ($145,530/yr), Northville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Northville an affordable city for renters?

Northville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,855/mo, rent takes approximately 15% of the local median household income ($145,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Northville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Northville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,855/mo in Northville. The local median household income is $145,530/yr, meaning the typical Northville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Northville?

Rent in Northville has increased 11.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Northville rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Northville is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #22 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,855/mo.

What percentage of Northville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.7% of Northville households are renters, while 80.3% are owner-occupied. Northville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Northville rent compare to the national average?

Northville's median rent of $1,855/mo is $110 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #22 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
15%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,855/mo, rent takes ~15% of Northville's median household income ($145,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.25%
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