Battle Creek Apartment Rents Experience Slight Decrease Since Last November
Median rental prices in Battle Creek have slightly decreased over the past year, offering more affordable options for residents.

Renters in Battle Creek have observed a slight decrease in apartment listing prices compared to last year's median of $998. According to recent data, the typical apartment listed for rent at $969 in November, reflecting a modest decline from the previous year's median. ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/battle-creek-apartments-rent-saw-170128417.html?utm_source=openai))
This downward trend is evident across various apartment sizes. One-bedroom apartments are currently listed at a median of $875, showing no change since October but a slight increase from $850 last year. Two-bedroom units remain steady at $1,035, a slight decrease from $1,050 the previous year. ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/battle-creek-apartments-rent-saw-170128417.html?utm_source=openai))
Statewide, Michigan's rental listing prices have remained relatively stable, with the median holding close to October's $1,390. One-bedroom rentals are listed at a typical price of $1,065, slightly higher than October's average of $1,045. ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/battle-creek-apartments-rent-saw-170128417.html?utm_source=openai))
In Battle Creek, the typical apartment listed for rent is 31% below the state median. One-bedroom rentals are 18% below the state median, while two-bedroom units are listed 23% below. ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/battle-creek-apartments-rent-saw-170128417.html?utm_source=openai))
Nationwide, apartment rental listing prices have remained essentially unchanged from last month's $1,895. One-bedroom rentals across the nation are listed at a typical price of $1,513, nearly the same as last month, while two-bedroom rental listing prices are approximately the same as last month's median of $1,800. ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/battle-creek-apartments-rent-saw-170128417.html?utm_source=openai))
In Battle Creek, the typical apartment listed for rent is 49% below the national median. One-bedroom apartment rentals are listed 42% below the national median, with two-bedroom rentals listed 42% below. ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/battle-creek-apartments-rent-saw-170128417.html?utm_source=openai))
These trends suggest that Battle Creek continues to offer competitive rental prices, providing opportunities for both current residents and newcomers seeking affordable housing options. |
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