Detroit, MI Housing Market

Market data powered by Zillow Research. Last updated: 2026-04-02

Detroit, MI is showing healthy, moderate growth.

  • Steady price growth of 3.1% year-over-year — a balanced market.
  • Price-to-rent ratio: 14.7 — buying is likely more cost-effective than renting.

Median Home Value

$258,238

ZHVI

Year-over-Year

+3.1%

Price change

5-Year Change

+31.4%

Since 2021

Median Rent

$1,461/mo

ZORI

Active Listings

11,566

For sale

State Avg

$254,230

Michigan

Home Value Trends

5-year Zillow Home Value Index for Detroit, MI vs. state and national averages.

Rent Data

Median Rent

$1,461/mo

Rent YoY Change

+2.3%

Rent vs. Buy Calculator

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