Apartments for Rent by Owner in Detroit, MI (21 Rentals)
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5015 Maxwell St, Unit 5015 Maxwell St

457 E Kirby St

23080 Stauber Ave, Unit Strauber unit 1

615 W 9 Mile Rd, Unit Ferndale Penthouse

4656 8th St, Unit 4656 8th St Apt 1

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit LowerLevel

974 Nottingham Rd, Unit 974
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227 Twelve Mile Rd, Unit Unit #12

1026 Lakepointe St, Unit 3

862 Nottingham Rd, Unit 862-2S Nottingham
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1063 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 1
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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 | $1,186 | $435 | $3,175 |
Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $410 | $5,000 |
Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $457 | $7,762 |
Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $525 | $7,200 |
Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $790 | $10,000+ |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Detroit?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Detroit is at 1151 Morrell St, Unit 2F listed at $695.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Detroit is $1,332.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 3,000 square feet unit starting from $3,800 at 615 W 9 Mile Rd, Unit Ferndale Penthouse.
What is the average size for Detroit For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Detroit is currently at 1,051 sq ft.
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