48638 rental market

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Last updated August 30, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in 48638 is $996.

Average rent

$996

Month-over-month change

-$154

Year-over-year change

+$46

Available rentals

6

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $740 to $3,150.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$8001
$9002
$1,4001
$1,5001
$3,100+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has increased by $46 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Jan$625$875
Feb$800$953
Mar$1,000$1,000
Apr$850$1,200
May$795$977
Jun$950$1,200
Jul$920$1,200
Aug$920$1,150
Sep$950No data
Oct$1,029No data
Nov$964No data
Dec$950No data

Market temperature

The 48638 rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

hot

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in 48638 is 50% lower than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 48638?

The average rent in 48638 is $996.

2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in 48638?

The average rent for a studio apartment in 48638 is $740 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 48638?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 48638 is $840 per month.

4. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 48638?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 48638 is $940 per month.

5. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in 48638?

The average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in 48638 is $1,195 per month.

6. How much does it cost to rent a house in 48638?

Houses in 48638 rent between $740 - $3,150 with an average rent of $996.

7. How has the rent in 48638 changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in 48638 increased by $46

8. How much has the rent in 48638 increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in 48638 decreased by $154

9. How many available rentals are there in 48638?

There are currently 6 rentals available in 48638.

10. How do rent prices in 48638 compare with the national average?

The average rent in 48638 is $996 — 50.2% lower the national average of $2,000.

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