Apartments for Rent in the University District Detroit, MI (255 Rentals)

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The Baxter Apartments
$1,075 - $1,350

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Base Rent$1,075 - $1,350
Total Monthly Price$1,075 - $1,350
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Baxter Apartments

2601 W McNichols RdDetroit, MI 48221
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property at 18903 Santa Rosa Dr
$1,000

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Base Rent$1,000
Total Monthly Price$1,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 15
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18903 Santa Rosa Dr

DetroitMI48221
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property at 16260 Fairfield St
$1,375

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Base Rent$1,375
Total Monthly Price$1,375
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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16260 Fairfield St

DetroitMI48221
property at 15114 Holmur St
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350
Total Monthly Price$1,350
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now

15114 Holmur St

DetroitMI48238
property at 15781 Washburn St
$1,875

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Base Rent$1,875
Total Monthly Price$1,875
4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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15781 Washburn St

DetroitMI48238

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property at 10517 Curtis St
$1,600
2 Bedroom Rentals
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10517 Curtis St

DetroitMI48221

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property at 13641 La Salle Blvd
$670
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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13641 La Salle Blvd

DetroitMI48238
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University District, Detroit, MI Local Guide

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

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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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University District, Detroit, MI

Ranked #57

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about University District

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University District area of Detroit, MI?

As of today, September 13, 2026, there are currently 255 available University District apartments priced from $625 to $1,695, with an average monthly rent of $1,059.

How much are Studio apartments in University District?

There are currently 30 Studio Apartments in University District with rent ranges from $625 to $905 with an average price of $811.

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 $670 to $1,695 with an average monthly rent of $936.

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 $749 to $1,695. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,169.

How expensive are University District Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 29 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $875 to $1,409 - averaging $1,189 for the location.

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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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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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Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

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