Apartments for Rent in the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI Under $800 (1 Rental)
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Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Core City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Core City Studio Apartments | $955 | $835 | $1,100 |
Core City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $941 | $2,000 |
Core City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $1,051 | $2,200 |
Core City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Getting Around the Core City Neighborhood in Detroit, MI
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
51 / 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Core City
How much are Studio apartments in Core City?
There are currently 8 Studio Apartments in Core City with rent ranges from $835 to $1,100 with an average price of $955.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Core City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Core City ranges from $941 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,371.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Core City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Core City range from $1,051 to $2,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,504.
How expensive are Core City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 11 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Core City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,250 to $2,250 - averaging $2,250 for the location.
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