
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (61 Rentals)


Orleans Landing

DuCharme Place Apartments

River Place

The Pavilion

Lafayette West Apartments

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Palms

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1410 Gratiot Ave, Unit Unit #202

200 Mt Elliott St

1565 Cherboneau Pl

250 E Harbortown Dr

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Town Square Co-Op Apartments
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East Cooperative Lafayette

Ralph Bunche Co-Op Apartments

Kercheval South Project

2818 Benson St

2315 Orleans St

200 River Place Lofts

3648 Mack Ave

Field Streeet I & II

365 Grand Blvd E
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4156 Saint Aubin St

Harbortown Spinnaker Tower

Clay Apartments

Noel Village

Manchester Apartments

St. Paul Manor Apartments

Chene Park Commons

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Elmwood Tower
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Elmwood, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Studio Apartments | $1,076 | $645 | $3,150 |
Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $800 | $2,570 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,115 | $4,200 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $1,950 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Largest Available Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Elmwood area of Detroit, MI is found at River Place and is listed at 1,225 square feet priced from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place | Brownstone - 1/1.5 | 1,225 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B6 | 855 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| The Pavilion | Rivard | 855 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Jean Rivard | The Quarter | 833 Sq Ft | $1,060 |
| Lafayette Towers | Guardian | 830 Sq Ft | $1,229 |
| Palms East | Balcony | 740 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Pasadena Investments LLC | 1B/1B | 700 Sq Ft | $800 |
| Orleans Landing | A | 661 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
| Central Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
Cheapest Available Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Elmwood of Detroit, MI is the 1B/1B Model starting from $800 at Pasadena Investments LLC. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elmwood is currently $1,328. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Investments LLC | 1B/1B | $800 |
| El Tovar Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bathroom | $850 |
| Regency Tower | 1 Bed B | $999 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A | $1,020 |
| Parkview Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,029 |
| Jean Rivard | The Quarter | $1,060 |
| City Place Detroit | Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment | $1,100 |
| Central Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,125 |
| River Place | Apartment - 1/1 | $1,200 |
| Palms East | Garden 1 Bedroom | $1,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elmwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Elmwood with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elmwood is at Pasadena Investments LLC listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elmwood Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elmwood is $1,328.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elmwood Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmwood is a 1,225 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at River Place.
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