Apartments for rent in Clawson, MI

Overview of Clawson

Locate Clawson apartments for rent just north of downtown Detroit. At 2.2 square miles in area, the city packs in an active community and a downtown growing with shopping and dining options. With a population of about 12,000, you will find about 10 people for every acre in the city. Along with a number of other community events, Clawson hosts one of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the state.

Living in Clawson

In addition to summer celebrations, residents of Clawson apartments for rent will enjoy an annual Christmas tree lighting and Halloween activities including a party and trick-or-treat trail. The city definitely makes up for its small size with these types of well-organized community gatherings.

Most Clawson apartments are within walking distance from downtown, but Clawson apartments for rent in the center of the city are some of the most highly sought after units. Surrounding Main Street and 14 Mile Road, you will find everything from delicious sushi to locally brewed beer. With the aid of The Greenway Collaborative, the city has developed programs such as the Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan to promote safety for residents in the area.

Clawson Apartments and Cost of Living

The average cost of living in Clawson apartments for rent is 9.1 percent greater than the national average. You will find a number of apartments in Clawson to choose from with median rental rates that are 4.8 percent less expensive than the national average. In addition, median household incomes are 18.4 percent and 4.4 percent greater than the Michigan and national averages, respectively.

The Oakland Housing Authority provides low income housing options for residents in Clawson and throughout the rest of the county. Both Section 8 and public housing options are available for those looking for affordable apartments for rent in Clawson. There are seven public housing projects, with units ranging from studios to five bedrooms, available for families throughout Oakland County.

Apartments in Clawson Work and Study

As part of Oakland County, Clawson finds high employment rates in the automotive and healthcare industries. The top health care employers for residents of apartments in Clawson are Beaumont Hospitals, Trinity Health and St. John Providence Health System. The two top automobile manufacturers in the area who provide a number of people with jobs are Chrysler Group and General Motors.

If you are looking to advance your career or get some classes out of the way before moving to a four-year university, there are a number of colleges to look at while checking out apartments for rent in Clawson. Consider nearby Oakland Community College, Bloomfield Hills, Macomb County Community College or Henry Ford Community College.