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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Detroit, MI Local Guide

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Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 22, 2025

There are currently 17784 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Detroit, MI that range in price from $410 to $5,300. Downtown Detroit, Midtown Detroit and East Central are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Detroit with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Detroit327$1,541$445
Midtown Detroit307$1,522$445
East Central253$1,600$825
Woodward237$1,675$775
Grand Circus Park Historic District236$1,655$775
Foxtown235$1,650$775
Necklace District233$1,665$775
Greektown231$1,620$775
Sugar Hill231$1,690$720
Eastern Market227$1,687$935

Largest Available Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Detroit, MI is found at The Murray in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood and is 1,334 square feet priced from $1,495. The Ferguson in the Necklace District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,300 square feet and currently listed start at $2,145. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Detroit:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Murray1 Bed/1 Bath1,334 Sq Ft$1,495
The FergusonThe Oakman1,300 Sq Ft$2,145
Orleans LandingA41,233 Sq Ft$2,390
The Lofts of Merchants RowA311,224 Sq Ft$1,830
The HarrisonA31,210 Sq Ft$2,905
The Griffin Royal OakMack1,130 Sq Ft$2,999

Cheapest Available Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 22, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Detroit, MI is the 1x1 Model starting from $410 at Manchester Place Apartments in the University District neighborhood. The second most affordable Detroit 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Friendship Meadows LDHA starting at $445 in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Detroit is currently $1,433. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Detroit:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Manchester Place Apartments1x1$410
Friendship Meadows LDHA1 Bedroom$445
Florentine WestOne Bedroom$525
2023 Tuxedo StStudio$595
Anthos GardensAffordable Eastside Detroit 1 Bed Ready to Go$600
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment$621
Franklin Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$646
Morang Avenue Apartments1$650
Brookhaven Apartments1$650
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom$700

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Detroit Overview

The crown jewel of the great state of Michigan, Detroit is truly a unique and dynamic city with a long and proud history. A working class hub known as much for its automobile industry heritage as its long pedigree of rock-n-roll, the 'motor city' likes its collars blue and its nightlife red hot.

Why live in Detroit, MI?

From the vast history that practically drips from each and every stately building to the still-active rock club stages that have birthed everyone from Iggy Pop to the White Stripes, Detroit's cultural impact is undeniable. Its residents are a proud and stately bunch, and the area's long history with the automobile industry has made Detroit a city where generations of families have dubbed it home.

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Getting Around Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Detroit with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Detroit is at Manchester Place Apartments listed at $410.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is $1,433.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 1,334 square feet unit starting from $1,495 at The Murray.

What is the average size for Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 808 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.