1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (110 Rentals)

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525 W Lafayette Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

525 W Lafayette Blvd

525 W Lafayette BlvdDetroit, MI 48226
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14th Street Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

14th Street Lofts

2101 W Lafayette BlvdDetroit, MI 48216
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The Reckmeyer
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Reckmeyer

1322-1336 Broadway StDetroit, MI 48226
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Downtown, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown area of Detroit, MI is found at The Lofts of Merchants Row and is listed at 1,168 square feet priced from $1,780. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Lofts of Merchants RowA291,168 Sq Ft$1,780
The Claridge Apartments1bed/ 1bath990 Sq Ft$1,350
Riverfront TowersThe Downtown950 Sq Ft$1,555
The FergusonThe Elmwood920 Sq Ft$2,065
Perennial CorktownA2 One Bedroom One Bathroom897 Sq Ft$2,600
Residences at 150 Bagley1x1.5 E893 Sq Ft$2,295
The Albert - Capitol Park1 Bedroom Unit - A12876 Sq Ft$1,845
The PavilionRivard855 Sq Ft$1,435
The FarwellX02-34846 Sq Ft$1,805
Elton Park Corktown ApartmentsThe Checker - 1 Bed 1 Bath643 Sq Ft$1,790

Cheapest Available Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown of Detroit, MI is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $860 at Heather Hall. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown is currently $1,737. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Heather Hall1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$860
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935)$935
City Place DetroitOne Bedroom Apartment$1,025
The James Scott MansionThe Rouge$1,050
Fyfe ApartmentsA2 (One Bedroom / One Bathroom Classic)$1,095
Jean RivardThe Quarter$1,125
Wabash Flats1B/1B$1,125
Town ResidencesA3$1,130
The AddisonThe Wright$1,150
The Charlotte1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,175

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Detroit, MI

Ranked #12

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown is at Heather Hall listed at $860.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is $1,737.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,168 square feet unit starting from $1,780 at The Lofts of Merchants Row.

What is the average size for Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown is currently 717 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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