
Apartments for Rent in the University District Detroit, MI (245 Rentals)


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15781 Washburn St

15722 Wisconsin St, Unit 2

14845 Indiana St, Unit 2

16194 Princeton St, Unit 16194

16194 Princeton St, Unit 16196

1926 Clements St, Unit Uppr

2433/2435 Pasadena St. - Missouri Residential Rentals LLC, Unit 2433 - Upper TR 4/27/26
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17195 Northlawn St, Unit 2 Upper- V 5/1/26 (T)

2433/2435 Pasadena St. - Missouri Residential Rentals LLC, Unit 2435 - Lower TR 2/27/26

15356/15358 Washburn - Ten Star Holdings LLC, Unit 15358 Washburn, TR 2/3/26 Upper

17195 Northlawn St, Unit 1 Lower - V 4/27/26 (T)

15380 Meyers Rd

16665 Tuller St

15378 Meyers Rd

3040 Kendall St

16582 Santa Rosa Dr

15395 Linwood St
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17177 Prairie St

17596 Santa Rosa Dr

15886 Woodingham Dr

416 Whitmore Rd

16831 Mendota St

17308 Oak Dr

15765 Washburn St

13641 La Salle Blvd

7345 Curtis St
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7347 Curtis St

17368 Woodingham Dr

16626 Monica St

16722 Tuller St

17139 Roselawn St

17127 Roselawn St

16581 Baylis St

16219 Northlawn St

16230 Cherrylawn St

7350 Globe 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 | $832 | $625 | $905 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $675 | $1,750 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $749 | $1,495 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $875 | $1,409 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,164 | $900 | $1,525 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,456 | $1,100 | $3,195 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,412 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,574 | $1,374 | $1,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity District, Detroit, MI
Ranked #68
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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, July 30, 2026, there are currently 245 available University District apartments priced from $625 to $1,750, with an average monthly rent of $1,068.
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 $832.
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 $675 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $974.
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 $1,495. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,142.
How expensive are University District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $875 to $1,409 - averaging $1,157 for the location.
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