
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Detroit, MI Under $1,500 (113 Rentals)
Apartments in Detroit with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


The Boulevard

The Millie on Brush

Orleans Landing

Kirby Manor

RCI Covington Townhouses

The Brooke on Bagley

Washington Park Apartments

Elaine Lofts

DREAMTROIT
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Woodward West

Palms East

The Ashley

River Place

Piquette Flats

Eddystone

Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI

Lafayette West Apartments

Philip Houze

RCI Shelbourne
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The Amo

Sherwood Heights

The Charlotte

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

Westwill Apartments

Beach Club Detroit

The Pavilion

Briggs Houze

Brainard

Mavor Apartments
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Genesis Villas

7850 East Jefferson

CBD Detroit Apartments

The Jefferson

The Barlum

Palms

RCI Covington Apartments

GoodHomes Detroit

Pickford Place Apartments

71 Garfield St
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Regency Towers

Puritan Apartments

691 Seward

Greenview Apartments

Eastpointe

Alden Towers

Holbrook

Franklin Village Apartments

El Tovar Apartments

Anthos Gardens
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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 | $1,218 | $585 | $3,150 |
| Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $410 | $5,000 |
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $457 | $6,297 |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $790 | $9,391 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Detroit?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Detroit is at Friendship Meadows LDHA listed at $445.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Detroit is $1,528.
What is the largest Rent Specials Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 3,100 square feet unit starting from $939 at The Jefferson.
What is the average size for Detroit Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Detroit is currently at 633 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!