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15878 Kentucky St, Unit Upper

6405 Tuxedo St, Unit 2

17160 Gravier St, Unit 3B

23919 Oxford St

14823 Kilbourne Ave

5380 Maxwell St, Unit 5380

4045 Clements St, Unit Top 2E

One Home Three Solutions 93A

5074/5076 Chalmers - Alejandro Soto, Unit 5074 Chalmers - Upper TR 6/30/25
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4190 Hurlbut St

4627 Bedford St

2508 Inglis St

4535 Cadieux Rd

1454 Goddard Rd

14836 Rutherford St

5211 Lakeview St

127/129 W. Buena Vista - AIS-HASE LLC, Unit 129 - lower

10345-10345 Crocuslawn Ave, Unit 2 10343 upper

1341 Crane St
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9787-9789 Chenlot St, Unit 1

18475 Wexford St, Unit 1 - Lower TR 4/30/26

2352 Poland St

1977 Clairmount Ave

2366 Commor Ave, Unit #2

2321 Yemans St, Unit A

6628 W Lafayette Blvd

19716 Fenmore St

7548 Elmhurst St, Unit 7548

22727 Rein Ave, Unit 22727 Rein Avenue
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20411 Twelve Mile Rd

One Home Three Solutions 93A

8033 Jackson Ave

17815 McIntyre St, Unit Lower

20129 Stratford Rd, Unit 2

21240 Randall St

1542 E George Ave

4471 High St, Unit 96-10

610 Harrison Blvd

750 Harrison Blvd
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14118 Evergreen Rd, Unit 14120 Evergreen - Upper

20411 12 Mile Rd, Unit Apt. 9

7228 Chalmers Ave

4716 Devonshire Rd

5529 Nottingham Rd

5527 Nottingham Rd

14232 Frankfort St

14230 Frankfort St

9516 Wayburn St

3296 Calvert St, Unit Upper unity 2#
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,429 | $845 | $4,250 |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,539 | $650 | $6,500 |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,195 | $1,050 | $7,500 |
| Detroit 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,039 | $1,200 | $3,600 |
| Detroit 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,012 | $2,800 | $6,500 |
| Detroit 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Detroit
What type of rentals are currently available in Detroit?
There are currently 2667 Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $445 to $13,602. There are also 1020 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Detroit ranging from $525 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Detroit?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Detroit ranges from $525 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,960.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Detroit?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Detroit range from $800 to $7,521, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $795.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters
Written by: Tim Brown
Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

The Detroit Insider's Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown
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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

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The auto industry remains the largest employment sector in the Motor City and surrounding communities, though the metro area has a significant presence in other sectors, including medical and financial services.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.