
Apartments for Rent in the 48221 ZIP Code of Detroit, MI (82 Rentals)


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18444 Woodingham Dr, Unit Up

18903 Santa Rosa Dr

19510 Stratford Rd

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

17195 Northlawn St, Unit 2 Upper- V 5/1/26 (T)

19970 Wyoming Ave

18694 Oak Dr

17409 Warrington Dr
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16665 Tuller St

16582 Santa Rosa Dr

17596 Santa Rosa Dr

18461 Washburn St

20445 Stratford Rd

17177 Prairie St

16831 Mendota St

7345 Curtis St

7347 Curtis St

17368 Woodingham Dr
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17178 Roselawn St

17315 Ohio St

17139 Roselawn St

17127 Roselawn St

18675 Griggs St

16898 Lilac St

17354 Griggs St

19986 Cherrylawn St

17540 Pinehurst St

16889 Washburn St
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20110 Northlawn St

20224 Woodingham Dr

16230 Cherrylawn St

16219 Northlawn St

20174 Kentucky St

16211 Kentucky St

16198 Ilene St

16581 Baylis St

20096 Shrewsbury Rd

20460 Griggs St
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B. Siegel

B Siegel Lofts

17551 Santa Rosa Dr

17344 Indiana St

17169 Monica St

17338 Indiana St

16786 Greenlawn

17145 Kentucky St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 48221?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48221 1 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $841 | $1,095 |
| 48221 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $900 | $1,430 |
| 48221 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $950 | $1,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 48221 ZIP Code
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the 48221 ZIP Code?
As of today, August 13, 2026, there are currently 82 available 48221 apartments priced from $841 to $1,550, with an average monthly rent of $1,104.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom 48221 Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in 48221 ranges from $841 to $1,095 with an average monthly rent of $963.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in 48221 cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in 48221 range from $900 to $1,430. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,151.
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