About 19% of South Lyon households rent, roughly 900 homes out of 5,000.
| Population | 11,950 |
| Households that rent | 933 (18.8%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,310 per month |
| Median home value | $294,600 |
| Median household income | $92,467 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (tables B01003, B25003, B25064, B25077, B19013).
| 1 bedroom | $1,108 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,395 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,160 |
These are median gross rents across all occupied rentals in South Lyon, 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 City of South Lyon does not list a rental registration or rental inspection program on its website.
Owners can confirm current requirements with the South Lyon Building Department at (248) 437-5255 before leasing.
Source: City of South Lyon, Building Department.
We also manage rental homes and multi-family units in Lyon Township, Whitmore Lake, Wixom, Brighton and Northville. See every community we serve in Oakland County.
What is the average rent in South Lyon, MI?
The median gross rent in South Lyon is $1,310 per month, according to the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey. Three-bedroom rentals have a median of $2,160.
Do I need to register my rental property in South Lyon?
As of October 2026, the City of South Lyon does not list a rental registration program on its website. Owners can confirm current requirements with the South Lyon Building Department at (248) 437-5255.
How often does South Lyon inspect rental properties?
The City of South Lyon does not publish a rental inspection interval. Owners can confirm current requirements with the South Lyon Building Department at (248) 437-5255.
How many homes in South Lyon are rentals?
About 19% of occupied homes in South Lyon are rented, roughly 900 households, according to the Census Bureau.
What types of South Lyon properties do you manage?
We manage and lease single-family homes and multi-family units in South Lyon and across Oakland County.
How do I find out what my South Lyon home will rent for?
Request a free rental analysis and we will send you a rent estimate for your address.