
Apartments for Rent in the University District Detroit, MI (231 Rentals)


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19510 Stratford Rd

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2307 W Grand St, Unit APT 1, Unit APT 1

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15849 Indiana St, Unit Upper unit, Unit Upper unit

15395 Linwood St

15736 Steel St, Unit 2

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15878 Kentucky St, Unit Upper

17368 Woodingham Dr

20129 Stratford Rd

This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!
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17606 Roselawn St

20144 Stoepel St

20185 Indiana St

14903 Appoline St

20445 Kentucky St

20445 Kentucky St

20445 Kentucky St

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!

19510 Stratford Rd
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17150 Santa Rosa Dr

16531 Kentucky St

16261 Tuller St

20429 Monte Vista St

18675 Meyers Rd

15512 Mendota St

15765 Washburn St

18461 Washburn St

16920 La Salle Ave

16816 Inverness St
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16581 Baylis St

16174 Princeton St

15906 Alden St

16201 Turner St

15725 Alden St

18416 Washburn St

20045 Greenlawn St

16183 Wisconsin St

16889 Washburn St

16630 Washburn St
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University District, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University District Studio Apartments | $821 | $625 | $905 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $959 | $725 | $1,175 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $875 | $2,100 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $1,275 | $2,200 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about University District
How much are Studio apartments in University District?
There are currently 28 Studio Apartments in University District with rent ranges from $625 to $905 with an average price of $821.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University District Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University District ranges from $725 to $1,175 with an average monthly rent of $959.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University District cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University District range from $875 to $2,100. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,204.
How expensive are University District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,275 to $2,200 - averaging $1,493 for the location.
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