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5424 Porter St, Unit 2

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1800 W Bethune St, Unit 304

16927 Chandler Park Dr, Unit 3_

5074/5076 Chalmers - Alejandro Soto, Unit 5074 Chalmers - Upper TR 6/30/25

4045 Clements St, Unit Top 2E

18401 Joy Rd, Unit 8

13927 E Canfield St, Unit 13933

15356/15358 Washburn - Ten Star Holdings LLC, Unit 15358 Washburn, TR 2/3/26 Upper

2681 Pasadena St

17161 Redford St

15758 Mendota St

4529 Commonwealth St

1943 W Bethune St

5235 Haverhill St

12120 Stoepel St

16885 Lahser Rd

1998-2000 Hubbard St

8957 Otsego St

13641 La Salle Blvd

2952 Waverly St

1932 Taylor St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,156 | $475 | $7,785 |
| Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $445 | $5,240 |
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $800 | $7,785 |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,284 | $865 | $4,500 |
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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 Dearborn Town Center Senior listed at $591.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is $1,397.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 1,355 square feet unit starting from $1,779 at North Park Towers.
What is the average size for Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 1,089 sq ft.
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