
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $800 (35 Rentals)


Palmer Park Square

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2929 Blaine St, Unit 2928

5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west

6307/6311 Woodrow - Paralev LLC, Unit 6311 Woodrow, Upper - TR 10/9/25

2417 W Grand St

1565 W Grand Blvd

6885 Mettetal St
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Dexter Apartments

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Dolphin Gardens

Merton Road

Parkway Apartments

300 Whitmore

Petoskey Place

Villa Fontana Apartments
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Granada Gardens South

Greenfield Apartments

College Grove

900 Whitmore

Covington Terrace

Jefferson Square

10235 Whittier St

Noel Village
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Shelborne Square Apartments

Dearborn Town Center Senior

Jefferson Manor

Rouge Creek Apartments

Palmer Park Luxor

Park East Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

Oakwood Manor Senior Living
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Grandmont Gardens Senior Apartments

Grant Manor Senior Apartments
Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,146 | $475 | $3,150 |
| Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $445 | $5,240 |
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $875 | $6,499 |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $795 | $10,000+ |
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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters
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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 Franklin Village Apartments listed at $816.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is $1,717.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 2,345 square feet unit starting from $4,750 at Perennial Corktown.
What is the average size for Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 1,034 sq ft.
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