
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 48238 ZIP Code of Detroit, MI from $300 (69 Rentals)
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2411 W Grand St

2417 W Grand St

2415 W Grand St

15356 Washburn St

Pilgrim Meadows

15395 Linwood St

2669 Glendale Ave

15765 Washburn St

12663 Stoepel St
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4287 W Grand St

2732-2734 Clements St

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

3209-3211 Pasadena St

15447 Griggs St

2433/2435 Pasadena St. - Missouri Residential Rentals LLC, Unit 2433 - Upper TR 4/27/26

4336-4338 Buena Vista St

3783 Tyler St

15751 Monte Vista St

15512 Mendota St
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1926 Clements St, Unit Uppr

2710 Clements St

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

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

This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!

3824 Tyler St

Coming Soon – Beautifully Updated Home *Coming Soon (Move-in ready by 6/1 or Sooner)*!

4074 Pasadena St

La Salle Manor

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15608 Wabash St

12728 Monica St

3235 W Grand St

La Salle Apartments

4203 Tyler St

2333-2335 W Grand St

2341 Ewald Cir

14950 Stoepel St

2681 Pasadena St

15805 Baylis
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14881 Mendota St

15708 Birwood St

4243 Clements St

15906 Alden St

15725 Alden St

15852 Washburn St

14550 Northlawn St

14570 Cherrylawn St

2530 Fullerton Ave

3317 Webb St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 48238?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48238 Studio Apartments | $645 | $595 | $695 |
| 48238 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,011 | $550 | $18,000 |
| 48238 2 Bedroom Apartments | $932 | $725 | $1,200 |
| 48238 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $1,000 | $1,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 48238 ZIP Code Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 48238 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 48238 Apartment is $543 at Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 48238 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 48238 is starting from $663 at Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community.
What is the most affordable 48238 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap 48238 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cambridge Terrace and starts from $1,149.
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