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Apartments for rent in Muskegon, MI

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See what Muskegon, MI has to offer.

Who Lives Here

Muskegon Demographics

Education

High School

35%

Associate's

25%

Bachelor's

6%

Master's

2%

Doctorate

32%

Family Size

2 people

43%

3 people

26%

4 people

14%

5 people

11%

6+ people

6%

Household Income

0-50k

69%

50-100k

23%

100-150k

6%

150-200k

1%

200k+

1%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

14%

20-45

36%

45-65

25%

65+

14%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Muskegon?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
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Nov '23-$4000$4000$972
Oct '23-$4000$4000$972
Sep '23-$4000$4000$972
Aug '23-$4000$4000$972
Jul '23-$4000$4000$972
Jun '23-$820$970$972
May '23-$820$970$972
Apr '23-$820$970$972
Mar '23-$770$895$934
Feb '23-$770$895$934
Jan '23-$757$895$934
Dec '22-$757$895$934

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Muskegon

Muskegon Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

38%

15-30 Mins

40%

30-40 Mins

9%

40-60 Mins

9%

60+ Mins

4%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4444

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 13 of 25 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 14 of 25 renters

Percentage: 5151

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 16 of 25 renters

Top Scores: Parks, Medicine, Restaurant

Things To Do In Muskegon

Top Score

Parks

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Muskegon is shrubby, not shabby.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. 74% more parks than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Muskegon is not too bad for medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An average foodie scene: not too cold and not too hot.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 38% more restaurants than average
  3. 10% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Who's an ok boy? Muskegon doesn't deserve many treats.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 48% more pet facilities than average
  3. 25% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. An average number of grocery stores
  3. 17% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Muskegon.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 47% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 69% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Muskegon is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 10% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 32% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Muskegon.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 52% fewer shops than average
  3. 33% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 49% fewer gyms than average
  3. 53% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 26% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 32% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 52% more gas stations than average
  3. 11% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Muskegon Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 24 of 25 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 22 of 25 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 22 of 25 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 19 of 25 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 18 of 25 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 18 of 25 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 18 of 25 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 18 of 25 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 18 of 25 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 17 of 25 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 16 of 25 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 16 of 25 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 13 of 25 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 13 of 25 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 13 of 25 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 13 of 25 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 15 of 25 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 19 of 25 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 21 of 25 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 23 of 25 renters

Muskegon Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Muskegon

10/10

Rosy Mound Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

9/10

Oakwood Intermediate School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Lake Hills Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

9/10

Holmes Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

8/10

Peach Plains Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

8/10

Griffin Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

Renter Articles

All About

Living in Muskegon, MI

Muskegon, Michigan is a small city with slightly more than 38,000 residents. The city's population, at an average age of just over 37, skews younger than most cities in Michigan. In terms of housing, residents are evenly split between renting (50%) and owning (50%) their home, driven in part by a relatively low average rent that is $181 a month lower than the state average. Over the course of a year, renters in Muskegon will save around $2,200 compared to the state average.

Many Muskegon residents work in one of two industries: manufacturing and healthcare. Combined, these industries account for 14% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's workers are in transportation, making it the top field in the city. With an average annual income of around $40,000, Muskegon workers bring in less than their peers elsewhere in the state. The city's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average, Muskegon has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have earned a high school degree or GED (24%). Furthermore, 8% have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.

Muskegon has an average commute time of about 22 minutes, outperforming the Michigan average of about 25 minutes. Many residents (31%) drive to work, while public transportation isn't used extensively. Not many residents walk to work.

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