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The lowest cost apartment rentals in Detroit, explored

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Published on March 22, 2019
The lowest cost apartment rentals in Detroit, explored 10 Ferris St. | Photos: Zumper

Finding a good option for a reasonable price can be a challenge if you're in the market for a new spot to live on a budget. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Detroit look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Detroit via rental site Zumper to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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14825 Joy Road

Listed at $400/month, this 410-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling, located at 14825 Joy Road in Fishkorn, is 33.3 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Detroit, which is currently estimated at around $600/month.

Building amenities include outdoor space; in the unit, anticipate hardwood flooring and ample closet space. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

18011 Hoover St.

Then there's this 700-square-foot with one bedroom and one bathroom at 18011 Hoover St. in Van Steuban, listed at $525/month.

In the unit, anticipate tile flooring. Building amenities include assigned parking and on-site management. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

10 Ferris St.

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 10 Ferris St., is listed for $550/month for its 800 square feet of space.

In the unit, anticipate hardwood flooring, built-in kitchen cabinets and crown molding. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are allowed. Building amenities include on-site laundry, secured entry and an elevator. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is quite walkable and has some bike infrastructure.

(See the listing here.)

1155 W McNichols Road #207

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1155 W McNichols Road #207, which, with 700 square feet, is also going for $550/month.

The building offers assigned parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, you'll find central heating. Pet lovers are in luck: cats and dogs are permitted.

According to Walk Score, this location isn't very walkable and is bikeable.

(Check out the listing here.)

18273 Forrer St.

Over at 18273 Forrer St., there's this 444-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode, going for $550/month.

In the unit, expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, is fairly bikeable and has some transit options.

(View the listing here.)

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