Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 48238 ZIP Code of Detroit, MI from $300 (79 Rentals)
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2952 Waverly St

15892 Indiana St

15892 Indiana St

13535 La Salle Blvd

Pilgrim Meadows
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15395 Linwood St

15895 Cloverlawn Ave

15716 Cherrylawn St

4301 Tyler St

2649 Pasadena St

14859 Washburn St, Unit Washburn lower unit

4052 Tyler St

4045 Clements St

4221 Buena Vista St

2964 Leslie St
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15521 Log Cabin St

14908 Mendota St

1575 Buena Vista St

3266 Pasadena St

15785 Pinehurst St
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12696 Northlawn St

12728 Monica St

2681 Pasadena St

2341 Ewald Cir

15779 Holmur St

12672 Monica St

15825 Mendota St
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12822 Montville Pl

15893 Indiana St

12772 Tuller St

2259 W Grand St

6329 Globe St

15839 Kentucky St

2671 Glendale Ave

15727 Alden St

14883 Holmur St

15465 Wisconsin St

15834 Baylis St

12650 Griggs St

12645 Mendota 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 | $875 | $750 | $1,000 |
48238 1 Bedroom Apartments | $980 | $595 | $2,400 |
48238 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $800 | $1,600 |
48238 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $995 | $1,400 |
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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 $650 at Rivers Edge Apartments.
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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 Summerhill Village and starts from $1,150.
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