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Living in Detroit

Detroit is a city undergoing an exciting transformation as it blends its industrial roots with modern revitalization efforts. Downtown Detroit offers sleek apartments near attractions like Campus Martius Park and Eastern Market—perfect for young professionals looking to immerse themselves in the city’s energy. Neighborhoods like Corktown or Midtown are popular among creatives for their historic charm and growing arts scene. Families often opt for suburban areas like Royal Oak or Grosse Pointe for their spacious homes and strong community ties. Detroit’s affordability paired with its emerging industries makes it an attractive option for renters looking to be part of its renaissance.
Life in Detroit
Average rental prices
Studio
$1,193
1 bed
$1,477
2 beds
$1,880
3+ beds
$1,738
Great for
Creatives
Young professionals seeking affordability
Families looking for suburban charm

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Rental pricing trends in Detroit

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Detroit is $1,477, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,880.

Rent rates updated 27 days ago. Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List.

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Top neighborhoods

Evergreen
Evergreen
What it’s like to live in Evergreen
Stability defines Evergreen, where Detroit's western neighborhood showcases well-maintained homes and community pride creating distinctive environments increasingly unusual across Detroit's varied residential landscape. Housing options include both modest single-family rentals and small apartment buildings with surprisingly affordable rates considering their architectural character and well-maintained condition. Strategic positioning between both downtown employment and western suburb shopping districts creates ideal convenience for households seeking balanced environments beyond purely urban or purely suburban alternatives increasingly requiring significant lifestyle compromises across metropolitan Detroit's fragmented municipal landscape creating substantial service variations across relatively short geographic distances increasingly affecting quality-of-life considerations beyond purely housing amenities.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Central
Central
What it’s like to live in Central
Urban renaissance defines Central Detroit, where historic Midtown and Cass Corridor neighborhoods experience transformative reinvestment surrounding Wayne State University and medical institutions. The district features distinctive architecture from Victorian mansions to Art Deco apartments at surprisingly accessible price points compared to similar buildings in other major cities. Though some blocks remain in transition with varied commercial development, strategic positioning between downtown employment and cultural institutions including Detroit Institute of Arts, excellent public transportation options unusual for typically automobile-dependent Detroit, and authentic urban character beyond homogenized suburban developments creates compelling value for households seeking genuine city living without the extreme housing costs facing similar historic districts in more competitive markets.
Great for
Young Professionals
Tech Workers
Nightlife Enthusiasts
Commuters
Investors
Neighborhood vibe
Urban
Bustling
Walkable
Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks
What it’s like to live in Rosa Parks
Renaissance energy defines Rosa Parks, where Detroit's revitalizing neighborhood benefits from strategic positioning near both downtown employment and Wayne State University. Housing options include both renovated historic buildings and distinctive new construction creating architectural diversity unusual within Detroit's typically historic or purely contemporary alternatives. Though some blocks remain in transition with varied commercial development, the combination of architectural character, affordability compared to similar-quality properties across comparable American cities, and strategic positioning between both downtown cultural institutions and New Center employment creates compelling value for households seeking authentic urban experiences beyond purely suburban environments increasingly disconnected from Detroit's cultural renaissance primarily concentrated along the Woodward corridor connecting distinctive neighborhoods experiencing varied revitalization timelines.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Dog Owners
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Suburban
Green Spaces
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Renter Satisfaction

Apartment List has released Detroit’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"Detroit renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories below average scores."

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