
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (16 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Downtown area of Detroit as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


12 Months
Book Tower

Briggs Houze

6 Months, 12 Months
The Farwell

6 Months, 18 Months
Capitol Park Lofts
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6 Months, 12 Months
Detroit Savings Bank

12 Months
CBD Detroit Apartments

3 Months, 13 Months
The Albert - Capitol Park

6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months, 14 Months, 16 Months
Washington Park Apartments

12 Months
28Grand
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6 Months, 12 Months
The Corner

Total Monthly Price
1212 Griswold St, Unit SI FL12-ID1024685P

Total Monthly Price
111 State St, Unit SI FL5-ID1024679P

3 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months
FORT SHELBY

Philip Houze
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30 Months, 30 Months, 1 Month, 3 Months, 6 Months, 12
Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
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 | $1,207 | $795 | $2,475 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $750 | $4,150 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $1,179 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,191 | $3,785 | $4,740 |
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 Short-term Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown is at Briggs Houze listed at $975.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown is $1,999.
What is the largest Short-term Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,690 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at The Corner.
What is the average size for Downtown Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown is currently at 473 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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