According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Detroit are hovering around $575. But how does the low-end pricing on a Detroit rental look these days—and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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4847 Baldwin St.
Listed at $400/month, this 600-square-foot studio, located at 4847 Baldwin St., is 66.7 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Detroit, which is currently estimated at around $1,200/month.
Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and shared outdoor space. In the unit, expect to find carpeted floors, high ceilings, white appliances and wooden cabinetry. Cats and dogs are not permitted.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is very bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.
(See the complete listing here.)
640 Delaware St.
This studio apartment, situated at 640 Delaware St., is also listed for $400/month.
Secured entry and shared outdoor space are listed as building amenities. In the unit, prospective tenants can anticipate tile flooring, white appliances and wooden cabinetry. Pets are not allowed.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is very bikeable and has some transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
10201 Plymouth Road
Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom at 10201 Plymouth Road in Barton-McFarland, which, at 345 square feet, is going for $405/month.
Building amenities include assigned parking and shared outdoor space. The apartment features tile flooring, white appliances, wooden cabinetry and ceiling fans. Pets are not welcome here.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.
(See the full listing here.)
12641 Elmdale St.
Then there's this 600-square-foot with one bedroom and one bathroom at 12641 Elmdale St., listed at $425/month.
The building offers on-site laundry, assigned parking and shared outdoor space. Apartment amenities include carpeted flooring, high ceilings, central heating, white appliances and granite countertops. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area requires a car for most errands, has some bike infrastructure and has some transit options.
(See the listing here.)
1140 Ashland St.
And here's a studio at 1140 Ashland St., which, with 450 square feet, is going for $450/month.
When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking and shared outdoor space. In the apartment, look for white appliances, wooden cabinetry, air conditioning, high ceilings and tile flooring. Pets are not allowed in this unit.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.
(Check out the listing here.)
