Homes for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $1,000 (134 Rentals)

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Exploring Metro Detroit: A Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Rental Guide

Looking for an apartment near Detroit? Our local expert guides you through 12 of Metro Detroit's best communities across four distinct corridors to help you find the perfect fit.

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property at 18725 Kelly Rd

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18725 Kelly Rd

DetroitMI48224
property at 18615 Kelly Rd

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18615 Kelly Rd

DetroitMI48224
property at 2293 Kendall St

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2293 Kendall St

DetroitMI48238
property at 16769 Evergreen Rd

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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16769 Evergreen Rd

DetroitMI48219

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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property at 6811 Minock St

$995

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6811 Minock St

DetroitMI48228

Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers

Explore the best residential neighborhoods and apartment options near major employers like GM, Ford, Stellantis, Rocket Companies, and Corewell Health. Find your perfect Motor City home.

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property at 4489 Seminole St

$950

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4489 Seminole St, Unit Upper Flat

4489 Seminole St
DetroitMI48214
property at 14422 Rutherford St

$950

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14422 Rutherford St, Unit Duplex

14422 Rutherford St
DetroitMI48227

The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Local's Look Under the Hood

Moving to Detroit? Get the local breakdown on affordable rental options, easy commutes, and how to navigate the People Mover and Q-Line downtown.

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property at 12024 Cherrylawn St

$925

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12024 Cherrylawn St

DetroitMI48204
property at 3244 Tuxedo St

$900

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3244 Tuxedo St, Unit Upper Flat

3244 Tuxedo St
DetroitMI48206

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in Detroit?

There are currently 2715 Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $335 to $11,713. There are also 1028 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Detroit ranging from $525 to $7,900.

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 $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,561.

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 $7,785, 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 $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $865.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Exploring Metro Detroit: A Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Rental Guide

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Metro Detroit. As covered in other articles, the City of Detroit has much to offer to renters.

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Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers

Written by: Tim Brown

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.

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The Detroit Insider's Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

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 and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.