
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $1,500 (491 Rentals) Page 2 of 10


Redford Square Apartments

Grant & Main - 10343 Crocuslawn St

The Atrium Apartments

Delray Senior Housing

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The Baxter Apartments

Roberts III Apartments

Palmer Lofts Apartments

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River Park

Prince Hall
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Hidden Pines

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Terrace Court

Jennings Senior Living

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West Euclid Gateway

Pablo Davis Senior Living Center

Pilgrim Meadows

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River Crest

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Palmer Park Square

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485 Philip St, Unit 485 Philip Street

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4812 Chalmers St, Unit 4812 Chalmers

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15453 Mendota St, Unit Upper

109 Leicester Ct, Unit 1

3685 Bedford St, Unit #2

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1403 Morrell St, Unit 1409

9429 Brush St, Unit 1B
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17596 Santa Rosa Dr, Unit 2 - Upper - V 12/11/25 (T)

15886/15888 Woodingham - Two Yutes Detroit Holdings LLC, Unit 15888 Woodingham, Upper

9429 Brush St, Unit 2b

15453 Mendota St, Unit Unit2

16230 Indiana St, Unit A

14845 Indiana St, Unit 2

3012 Lothrop, Unit 3012 Lothrop

5440 Milford St, Unit 1

15318 Murray Hill St, Unit 2

2433/2435 Pasadena St. - Missouri Residential Rentals LLC, Unit 2435 - Lower TR 2/27/26
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4837 Cadieux Rd, Unit Apartment 3

12080 Santa Rosa Dr, Unit 2

14118 Evergreen Rd, Unit 14120 Evergreen - Upper

10345-10345 Crocuslawn Ave, Unit 2 10343 upper

4865 Cadieux Rd, Unit Apartment 11

5038 Seminole St

17195 Northlawn St, Unit 2 Upper- V 5/1/26 (T)

5572 3 Mile Dr

3224 Monterey St

13528 Ardmore 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 | $1,154 | $475 | $7,785 |
| Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $445 | $5,240 |
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $800 | $7,785 |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $865 | $4,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Detroit with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Detroit is at Dearborn Town Center Senior listed at $782.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is $1,740.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 2,390 square feet unit starting from $3,419 at Riverfront Towers.
What is the average size for Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 1,040 sq ft.
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