
Homes for Rent in the 48221 ZIP Code of Detroit, MI Under $1,500 (30 Rentals)


16722 Tuller St

19915 Monte Vista St

18935 Indiana St

17145-17147 Santa Rosa Dr, Unit 1

16934 Ilene St

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!
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17540 Pinehurst St

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

20110 Northlawn St

20045 Greenlawn St

17614 Roselawn St, Unit Roselawn

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

17150 Santa Rosa Dr
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20124 Santa Rosa Dr

17606 Roselawn St

7347 Curtis St

7345 Curtis St

20460 Griggs St

16630 Washburn St

16889 Washburn St
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17195 Northlawn St, Unit 1 Lower - V 4/27/26 (T)

20129 Stratford Rd, Unit 2

17150 Santa Rosa Dr

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

17515 Northlawn St, Unit Lower Flat

17161 Northlawn St

15852 Washburn St
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15906 Alden St

16901 Log Cabin St, Unit 2 - Upper
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48221 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,177 | $900 | $1,430 |
| 48221 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,366 | $1,300 | $1,400 |
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