About 26% of Shelby Township households rent, roughly 8,400 homes out of 32,600.
| Population | 79,641 |
| Households that rent | 8,399 (25.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,346 per month |
| Median home value | $354,500 |
| Median household income | $91,012 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (tables B01003, B25003, B25064, B25077, B19013).
| Studio | $1,168 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,132 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,397 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,669 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,371 |
These are median gross rents across all occupied rentals in Shelby Township, including long-standing leases, and they include utilities paid by the tenant. A home coming to market today may be priced differently. A free rental analysis gives you a figure for your specific address.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B25031 (median gross rent by bedrooms).
As of October 2026, the Charter Township of Shelby does not list a rental registration or rental inspection program on its website.
Owners can confirm current requirements with the Shelby Township Building Department at 586-731-5969 before leasing.
Source: Shelby Township, Building Department.
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What is the average rent in Shelby Township, MI?
The median gross rent in Shelby Township is $1,346 per month, according to the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey. Three-bedroom rentals have a median of $1,669.
Do I need to register my rental property in Shelby Township?
As of October 2026, Shelby Township does not list a rental registration program on its website. Owners can confirm current requirements with the Building Department at 586-731-5969.
How often does Shelby Township inspect rental properties?
Shelby Township does not state a rental inspection interval on its website. Owners can contact the Building Department at 586-731-5969.
How many homes in Shelby Township are rentals?
About 26% of occupied homes in Shelby Township are rented, roughly 8,400 households, according to the Census Bureau.
What types of Shelby Township properties do you manage?
We manage and lease single-family homes and multi-family units in Shelby Township and across Macomb County.
How do I find out what my Shelby Township home will rent for?
Request a free rental analysis and we will send you a rent estimate for your address.