
New Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $1,700 (54 Rentals)


Piquette Flats

The Residences at City Modern

Woodward West

GoodHomes Detroit

The Brooke on Bagley

The Residences Water Square

Lafayette West Apartments

Perennial Corktown
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Elton Park Corktown Apartments

CBD Detroit Apartments

DuCharme Place Apartments

Orleans Landing

Residences at 150 Bagley

The Alexandrine

The Kahn
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The Corner

The Stott

Six55 Detroit

Brush Watson

Left Field

The Assembly

St. Regis House Apartments

The Coe at West Village

Dreamtroit

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit

La Joya Gardens

Guoin Street Lofts
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Elaine Lofts

The Murray

The Press/321

40 Hague
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Wellington Square Senior Apartments

42 West Apartments

FerndaleHaus Lofts

The Alcove Southfield

Towne Center Apartments

Amber on 11

409 On Nine

West Village Lofts

Warren Valley 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 | $1,234 | $456 | $3,175 |
Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $410 | $5,000 |
Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $457 | $6,075 |
Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $525 | $8,589 |
Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $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?
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Detroit?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Detroit is at Manchester Place Apartments listed at $410.
How much is the average rent for a New Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Detroit is $2,296.
What is the largest New Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 2,660 square feet unit starting from $1,375 at The Stott.
What is the average size for Detroit New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Detroit is currently at 623 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.