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Rents in Ann Arbor are $109 above the Washtenaw County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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3917 Research Park Dr B7, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Baker Street Properties is a tech-focused Ann Arbor company managing residential rentals and HOAs in Washtenaw County, with leasing, in-house maintenance, property evaluation, brokerage and affordable housing.
In their words: “24/7 emergency response with our in-house maintenance team and regular property visits to anticipate issues before they happen.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention helpful, responsive staff, easy lease extensions and fast maintenance.
2435 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
J. Keller Properties has operated in Ann Arbor since 2008 as a property management company and real estate brokerage, handling student rentals, apartments and executive homes with leasing and maintenance.
In their words: “We specialize in a wide range of housing, from student rentals to multimillion dollar executive properties.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention a professional team and a smooth renting experience, with a helpful maintenance crew.
3186 Williamsburg Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Level Up Property Management is an Ann Arbor company managing rental homes in Ann Arbor and Greater Detroit, with tenant placement and screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, inspections and an owner portal.
In their words: “We handle all proactive maintenance needs and repair requests for your property.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention good communication, helpful responses and professional handling of issues.
2200 Green Rd Ste k, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Reinhart Rentals is an Ann Arbor company leasing and managing single-family homes, condominiums and apartments in Ann Arbor, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, Whitmore Lake and other Washtenaw County communities.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention helpful, responsive property managers, clear communication and an easy online portal.
Serves the Ann Arbor area · no public office address, so no map pin
MDP Properties is an owner-run company that serves Ann Arbor, Dexter and Washtenaw and Livingston counties with residential property management and real estate brokerage.
In their words: “Here at MDP Properties we take a hands-on, client-focused approach.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention friendly, responsive and knowledgeable owners, both as landlords and as agents for home buyers.
230 Huronview Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Eladott Real Estate & Property Management is a locally owned Ann Arbor real estate and property management brokerage that handles leasing and management of rentals in the Ann Arbor area.
In their words: “Eladott is a locally owned property management company rooted in Ann Arbor and serving the surrounding communities.”
Review summary: Reviewers, many of them student tenants, often mention responsive, kind management and prompt maintenance.
Serves the Ann Arbor area · no public office address, so no map pin
Arbor Maintenance is a family-owned Ann Arbor company that began in 1988, leasing, managing and maintaining rental properties and student housing, with HVAC, electrical and plumbing work.
In their words: “We lease, manage, and maintain properties for your convenience.”
Review summary: Reviewers, mostly tenants, often mention good communication and timely, responsive repairs.
2929 Plymouth Rd #310, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Arbortown Properties is a property company with an office in Ann Arbor; its directory listing does not yet give details on the properties or services it handles.
Serves the Ann Arbor area · no public office address, so no map pin
Big House Rentals provides off-campus student rental housing in Ann Arbor near the University of Michigan Central Campus, leasing houses and units to students.
1100 Victors Way Ste 50, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
RHOME Ann Arbor is an Ann Arbor office of a national property management company, managing single-family, multifamily and commercial property with marketing, leasing, tenant screening and maintenance.
200 S 1st St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Real Property Management Center is an Ann Arbor office of the Real Property Management franchise, managing single-family rentals with tenant screening, leasing, maintenance and rent collection.
In their words: “We are 100% focused on providing quality residential property management service to property owners and residents.”
15 Research Dr Ste A, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Forge Property Management is a property management company with an office on Research Drive in Ann Arbor, managing property in the Ann Arbor area.
2350 S Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Cabrio Properties is an Ann Arbor property management and investment firm handling apartments, student housing, single-family homes, condominiums and commercial property in Michigan and Florida, with brokerage, accounting and maintenance.
In their words: “We carry out our management with the owner in mind and that value is driven by both sides of the ledger.”
341 E Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Issa Properties is an Ann Arbor company that leases and maintains apartments and houses, many of them close to the University of Michigan campus.
In their words: “Issa Properties was founded on the premise that bigger is not necessarily better.”
1884 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Howard Hanna Property Management - Michigan is the Ann Arbor property management office of the Howard Hanna real estate company, managing rental properties for owners.
1335 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Campus Realty manages apartments and houses for University of Michigan students in Ann Arbor, most of them next to Central Campus, with leasing, maintenance and an online tenant portal.
Review summary: Reviewers, mostly student tenants, often mention friendly staff and responsive maintenance.
Old Town Realty is a family-owned Ann Arbor company renting student housing, homes, condos and apartments in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti since 1972, with in-house maintenance and emergency service.
In their words: “Welcome to Old Town Realty – your resource for quality rental options throughout the Greater Ann Arbor area.”
117 N Division St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
PMSI is an Ann Arbor company managing single- and multi-family homes, condominiums, office and commercial space and condo communities in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, for owners living locally and worldwide.
In their words: “Our portfolio includes single- and multi-family homes, condominium units, office suites, commercial properties, and condominium communities thoughtfully managed with care and professionalism.”
2008 S State St A, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Wilson White Company is a rental company with an office in Ann Arbor that leases apartments to tenants in the city and nearby area.
2511 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Investor's Property Management is a full-service Ann Arbor firm managing residential and multi-family rental housing in University of Michigan campus and non-campus areas, with leasing and maintenance.
In their words: “Investor's Property Management is a full-service residential property management firm.”
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Rents in Ann Arbor are $109 above the Washtenaw County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 6 of the last 12 months: +$25 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Ann Arbor's typical asking rent is $109 (5.7%) above the county. The gap is shrinking compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Ann Arbor is number 1 of 2 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): Saline. Linked cities have their own page.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in February, March and June, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $2,026 | +1.2% | 20 |
| Ypsilanti | $1,296 | +2.9% | 7 |
| Plymouth | $1,529 | +3.9% | 4 |
| Brighton | $2,179 | 3 | |
| Novi | $1,832 | +3.0% | 3 |
| Livonia | $1,699 | +3.9% | 8 |
| Farmington Hills | $1,478 | +6.3% | 12 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Ann Arbor, MI MSA. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Compare the 20 property management companies in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Brighton and South Lyon, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Ann Arbor is $2,026 (September 2026); +1.2% over the past year and +19.3% over five years. About 54.5% of homes in Ann Arbor are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 3.9% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 20 property management companies in Ann Arbor, MI: 17 with an office in the city and 3 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Ann Arbor was $2,026 a month in September 2026, +1.2% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in February, March and June. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
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