
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,179 (16 Rentals)


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Downtown, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,233 | $660 | $2,475 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $750 | $5,240 |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,973 | $1,179 | $9,917 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,285 | $3,815 | $7,290 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is The Ashley which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $4,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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