About 9% of Linden households rent, roughly 100 homes out of 1,600.
| Population | 4,160 |
| Households that rent | 141 (9.1%) |
| Median home value | $239,700 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (tables B01003, B25003, B25064, B25077, B19013). Linden has too few rentals for a reliable Census rent estimate, so none is shown.
| ZIP code | 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds |
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| 48451 | $1,140 | $1,320 | $1,830 | $2,060 |
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These are the fair market rents HUD sets for fiscal year 2027, used for housing choice voucher payments. HUD sets them a little below the middle of the market and includes utilities, so a well-kept home may rent for more. A free rental analysis gives you a figure for your specific address.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY 2027. The ZIP codes shown cover Linden; a ZIP code can extend into neighboring communities.
The City of Linden requires a certificate of compliance for rental dwellings and registration of rental owners under Section 152.15 of the city code.
- Registration: Owners of rental dwellings and dwelling units register their names, addresses and the rental location with the Housing Inspector. A managing agent’s name and place of business are also recorded. The code does not list dwelling types.
- Inspection cycle: The code calls for inspection after a change in occupancy or ownership or every 24 months, whichever occurs first.
- Certificate: A dwelling may not be occupied by a tenant unless it has been inspected and holds a certificate of compliance.
- Local agent: Not stated.
Questions go to Linden Building and Code Enforcement at (810) 735-7980.
Sources: City of Linden Code of Ordinances, Section 152.15, Certificate of Compliance for Rental Properties and City of Linden, Building and Code Enforcement.
Official sources for this page were last checked on October 8, 2026.
The City of Linden is served by Linden Community Schools. Bridge Street is the main north-south route and becomes Linden Road outside the city, and Broad Street is the main east-west route and becomes Silver Lake Road, which runs east to Fenton. Downtown Linden sits where Broad Street, Bridge Street and the Shiawassee River meet. Most homes in the city are single-family detached houses. Linden addresses use ZIP code 48451.
Sources: City of Linden, Master Plan adopted February 13, 2023, City of Linden, Planning and Zoning, Genesee County Equalization Department, Apportionment Report and U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 ZCTA to place relationship file.
We also manage rental homes and multi-family units in Fenton, Lake Fenton, Holly Township, Holly and Rose Township. See every community we serve in Genesee County.
What is the average rent in Linden, MI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median rent for Linden. Across Genesee County the median gross rent is $989 per month, according to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey. A free rental analysis gives a figure for a specific address.
Do I need to register my rental property in Linden?
Yes. The Linden city code requires owners of rental dwellings and dwelling units to register their names, addresses and the location of the rental with the Housing Inspector, who keeps a registry of rental owners and premises.
How often does Linden inspect rental properties?
The Linden city code calls for a rental inspection after a change in occupancy or ownership or every 24 months, whichever occurs first. Owners can confirm how the schedule is applied with Linden Building and Code Enforcement at (810) 735-7980.
How many homes in Linden are rentals?
About 9% of occupied homes in Linden are rented, roughly 100 households, according to the Census Bureau.
What types of Linden properties do you manage?
We manage and lease single-family homes and multi-family units in Linden and across Genesee County.
How do I find out what my Linden home will rent for?
Request a free rental analysis and we will send you a rent estimate for your address.
