About 12% of Berkley households rent, roughly 800 homes out of 6,800.
| Population | 15,149 |
| Households that rent | 825 (12.1%) |
| Median home value | $316,700 |
| Median household income | $116,239 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (tables B01003, B25003, B25064, B25077, B19013). Berkley has too few rentals for a reliable Census rent estimate, so none is shown.
The City of Berkley requires rental property to be registered and inspected. A long term rental may not be rented unless it is registered with the building official and the City has issued a certificate of compliance.
- Registration: The owner registers each rental with the City and names any managing agent. Long term rental units are homes, apartments or similar residential buildings rented for 30 or more days. Single-room rentals are not covered.
- Inspection cycle: The City inspects after it receives the application. The rental license is valid for two years, and the licensing process, including inspection, is repeated every two years.
Questions go to the Community Development Department at 248-658-3320.
Sources: City of Berkley, Landlord Licensing and Berkley Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Article V Rental Property.
We also manage rental homes and multi-family units in Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Royal Oak, Clawson and Southfield. See every community we serve in Oakland County.
Do I need to register my rental property in Berkley?
Yes. Berkley requires a rental property to be registered with the City and to have a certificate of compliance before it is rented. The City issues a rental license that is valid for two years for long term rentals.
How often does Berkley inspect rental properties?
Berkley inspects a rental when the owner applies, and the licensing process, including inspection, is repeated every two years for long term rentals.
How many homes in Berkley are rentals?
About 12% of occupied homes in Berkley are rented, roughly 800 households, according to the Census Bureau.
What types of Berkley properties do you manage?
We manage and lease single-family homes and multi-family units in Berkley and across Oakland County.
How do I find out what my Berkley home will rent for?
Request a free rental analysis and we will send you a rent estimate for your address.