
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $1,200 (67 Rentals)
Short Term Rental Options.


The Addison

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

The Pavilion

Town Residences

Philip Houze

Westwill Apartments
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City Club Apartments Lafayette Park

James Scott Mansion - Peak Midtown Detroit

Pasadena Investments LLC

Hendrie Lofts & Peterboro Houses

Sheridan Court

Bethune Lofts

Franklin Village Apartments
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Fairlane Meadow Apartments and Townhomes

Cherry Hill Village Apartments - Dearborn Heights, MI

The Reserve at Southgate

Village On The Park

Parc on 12

Huntley Square
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Springwells Park

River Oaks

The Lakes

Stephenson House - Madison Heights, MI

Woodridge Apartments

Carriage Park Apartments - Dearborn Heights

Warren Club

Versailles

Hidden Valley
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 | $1,284 | $456 | $3,180 |
Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $410 | $5,000 |
Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $457 | $8,240 |
Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $525 | $8,589 |
Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $790 | $3,500 |
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Getting Around Detroit, MI
Walk Score®
59 / 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- 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 Short-term Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Detroit?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Detroit is at Franklin Village Apartments listed at $735.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Detroit is $2,024.
What is the largest Short-term Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 5,075 square feet unit starting from $1,343 at Riverfront Towers.
What is the average size for Detroit Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Detroit is currently at 602 sq ft.
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