
Homes for Rent in the 48221 ZIP Code of Detroit, MI Under $1,500 (38 Rentals)


16232 Birwood St

16920 La Salle Ave

This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!

19915 Monte Vista St

20515 Ilene St

16183 Wisconsin St

19506 Manor St

18292 Mendota St
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16595 Washburn St

17540 Pinehurst St

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

18416 Washburn St

Fully Renovated 3-Bedroom Home – Move-In Ready for You!

20045 Greenlawn St

17614 Roselawn St, Unit Roselawn, Unit Roselawn

16145 Baylis St

20185 Indiana St
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20144 Stoepel St

16890 Stoepel St, Unit 2

17150 Santa Rosa Dr

7010 Thatcher St

17606 Roselawn St

16174 Princeton St

16889 Washburn St

16531 Kentucky St

16189 San Juan Dr
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17164 Northlawn St

20445 Kentucky St

20445 Kentucky St

20445 Kentucky St

16261 Tuller St

15852 Washburn St

16204 Steel St

15906 Alden St

157 E Bennett Ave
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16901 Log Cabin St, Unit Unit 2 - Upper

16197 Steel St
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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 | $1,212 | $875 | $1,430 |
| 48221 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1,395 |
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