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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: August 04, 2025

There are currently 14261 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 Detroit260$1,547$450
Midtown Detroit204$1,545$595
East Central187$1,627$825
East Side Detroit176$1,275$615
Greektown163$1,670$775
Woodward162$1,700$775
Sugar Hill160$1,710$720
Foxtown158$1,700$775
Cass Park153$1,710$775
Eastern Market153$1,715$935

Largest Available Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Detroit, MI is found at The Addison in the Necklace District neighborhood and is 1,362 square feet priced from $2,999. North Park Towers in the Pembroke neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,355 square feet and currently listed start at $1,649. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Detroit:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The AddisonPenthouse1,362 Sq Ft$2,999
North Park Towers1 BED 1 BATH BALCONY [A3]1,355 Sq Ft$1,649
Hendrie Lofts66 Charlotte1,354 Sq Ft$1,631
The Murray1 Bed/1 Bath1,334 Sq Ft$1,495
Orleans LandingA41,233 Sq Ft$2,390
The Lofts of Merchants RowA291,168 Sq Ft$1,880
Heritage Glen TownhomesThe Meadow1,100 Sq Ft$1,075

Cheapest Available Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 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 Studio Model at 2023 Tuxedo St starting at $595 in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Detroit is currently $1,444. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Detroit:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Manchester Place Apartments1x1$410
2023 Tuxedo StStudio$595
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
Anthos GardensAffordable Eastside Detroit 1 Bed Ready to Go$711
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A$720
Veridian Group LLC, DBA Woodland Arms ApartmentsWe have a clean updated 1 Bedroom Apartment rea...$725

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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 $1,444.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 1,362 square feet unit starting from $2,999 at The Addison.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 954 sq ft.

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