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2417 W Grand St
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18461 Washburn St
DetroitMI48221
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Palmer Park Square
225 Covington DrDetroit, MI 48203
15356 Washburn St
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3843 Puritan StDetroit, MI 48238
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Doctor Violet T Lewis Apartments
17370 Meyers RdDetroit, MI 48235
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Palmer Lofts Apartments
1291 W State FairDetroit, MI 48203
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15849 Indiana St, Unit Upper unit
15849 Indiana StDetroit, MI 48238
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RCI Covington Apartments
885 Covington DrDetroit, MI 48203
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15878 Kentucky St, Unit Upper
15878 Kentucky StDetroit, MI 48238
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15395 Linwood St
15395 Linwood StDetroit, MI 48238
17308 Oak Dr
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15765 Washburn St
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2433/2435 Pasadena St. - Missouri Residential Rentals LLC, Unit 2435 - Lower TR 2/27/26
2433 Pasadena StDetroit, MI 48238
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17195 Northlawn St, Unit 2 Upper- V 5/1/26 (T)
17195 Northlawn StDetroit, MI 48221
16728 Woodingham Dr
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The Baxter Apartments
2601 W McNichols RdDetroit, MI 48221
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$1,095 - $1,430Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 30
Sherwood Heights
8805 Kingswood StDetroit, MI 48221
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20129 Stratford Rd, Unit 2
20129 Stratford RdDetroit, MI 48221
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20460 Griggs St
20460 Griggs StDetroit, MI 48221
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17195 Northlawn St, Unit 1 Lower - V 4/27/26 (T)
17195 Northlawn StDetroit, MI 48221
18675 Meyers Rd
DetroitMI48235
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2433/2435 Pasadena St. - Missouri Residential Rentals LLC, Unit 2433 - Upper TR 4/27/26
2433 Pasadena StDetroit, MI 48238
15886 Woodingham Dr
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1926 Clements St, Unit Uppr
1926 Clements StDetroit, MI 48238
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RCI Shelbourne
17765 Manderson RdDetroit, MI 48203
16831 Mendota St
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16729 Woodingham Dr
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17606 Roselawn St
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15512 Mendota St
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1000 Whitmore
1000 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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381 Covington
381 Covington DrDetroit, MI 48203
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825 Whitmore
825 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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Merton Road
1000 Merton RdDetroit, MI 48203
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300 Whitmore
300 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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Parkway Apartments
641-711 Covington DrDetroit, MI 48203
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900 Whitmore
900 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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950 Whitmore
950 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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Brookhaven Apartments
13725 LasalleDetroit, MI 48238
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850 Whitmore
850 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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15388 Appoline St
15378-15388 Appoline StDetroit, MI 48227
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Covington Terrace
17500 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48203
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Florentine East
731 CovingtonDetroit, MI 48203
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La Salle Apartments
13600-13640 La Salle BlvdDetroit, MI 48238
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Village Square Apartments
17150 Meyers RdDetroit, MI 48235
1875 Ewald Cir
DetroitMI48238
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2333-2335 W Grand St
2333-2335 W Grand StDetroit, MI 48238
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Birchcrest Apartments
17130 Birchcrest DrDetroit, MI 48221
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361 Covington
361 Covington RdDetroit, MI 48203
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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 | $827 | $625 | $905 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $922 | $675 | $1,250 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $675 | $1,495 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $875 | $1,409 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at The Woodford Apartments priced from $625. Pilgrim Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $841. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodford Apartments | Studio w/ Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Pilgrim Meadows | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $841 |
| Doctor Violet T Lewis Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
| Palmer Lofts Apartments | 1 BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| RCI Covington Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Sherwood Heights | The Alan | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Highland Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $957 |
| The Baxter Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 20460 Griggs St | House | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, MI
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $0.62 price per square foot 15849 Indiana St Model at 15849 Indiana St, Unit Upper unit in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses starting at $1,395 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Pembroke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15849 Indiana St, Unit Upper unit | 15849 Indiana St | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Highland Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 74-74 Pilgrim St | 3B/1Ba | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 20460 Griggs St | House | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Sherwood Heights | The Alan | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Palmer Lofts Apartments | 1 BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Pilgrim Meadows | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Woodford Apartments | Studio w/ Kitchenette | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University District is at The Woodford Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University District Apartment is $841 at Pilgrim Meadows.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University District is starting from $950 at Palmer Lofts Apartments.
What is the most affordable University District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 74-74 Pilgrim St and starts from $1,275.
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