Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Ottawa County, MI
The median gross rent in Ottawa County is $1,080 — 29% above the Michigan state median. It ranks #76 of 83 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,080
1-bedroom$944
2-bedroom$1,073
3-bedroom$1,251
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How to find the cheapest rent in Ottawa County
- Target the $944–$1,073 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Michigan.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Ottawa County
- Gogebic County$503
- Ontonagon County$545
- Baraga County$562
- Schoolcraft County$572
- Iron County$627