About 21% of Independence Township households rent, roughly 2,900 homes out of 14,000.
| Population | 36,982 |
| Households that rent | 2,870 (20.6%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,453 per month |
| Median home value | $381,700 |
| Median household income | $114,699 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (tables B01003, B25003, B25064, B25077, B19013).
| 1 bedroom | $1,273 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,566 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,434 |
These are median gross rents across all occupied rentals in Independence 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).
Independence Township adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10-001, Rental Housing Certification and Regulations. It took effect on January 1, 2026.
- Registration: Owners must register each rental property with the township.
- Dwellings covered: Single-family homes, duplexes, condominiums, mobile homes and multifamily buildings.
- Certificate: Owners must complete an inspection, correct any noted violations and obtain a Certificate of Compliance.
- Inspection cycle: Certificates are valid for 24 months unless otherwise noted.
- Local agent: Not stated on the township rental page.
Questions go to the Independence Township Building Department at (248) 625-8111 or rentals@indtwp.com.
Source: Independence Township, Rental Ordinance Information.
We also manage rental homes and multi-family units in Clarkston, Waterford, Springfield Township, Orion Township and Ortonville. See every community we serve in Oakland County.
What is the average rent in Independence Township, MI?
The median gross rent in Independence Township is $1,453 per month, according to the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey. Three-bedroom rentals have a median of $1,434.
Do I need to register my rental property in Independence Township?
Yes. Under Ordinance No. 2025-10-001, effective January 1, 2026, owners of rental property in Independence Township must register the property, complete an inspection and obtain a Certificate of Compliance.
How often does Independence Township inspect rental properties?
Independence Township states that Certificates of Compliance are valid for 24 months unless otherwise noted. The township does not state a separate inspection interval on its rental page.
How many homes in Independence Township are rentals?
About 21% of occupied homes in Independence Township are rented, roughly 2,900 households, according to the Census Bureau.
What types of Independence Township properties do you manage?
We manage and lease single-family homes and multi-family units in Independence Township and across Oakland County.
How do I find out what my Independence Township home will rent for?
Request a free rental analysis and we will send you a rent estimate for your address.