1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI (1,474 Rentals)

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Detroit, MI Local Guide

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Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 06, 2025

There are currently 458959 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Detroit, MI that range in price from $425 to $5,300. Downtown Detroit, Midtown Detroit and East Side Detroit are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Detroit with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Detroit8601$1,577$425
Midtown Detroit7351$1,450$425
East Side Detroit6292$1,175$425
Foxtown6209$1,745$425
Greektown5979$1,722$850
Grand Circus Park Historic District5379$1,749$995
Necklace District5359$1,750$995
CBD4714$1,760$995
Downtown4660$1,820$995
Brush Park4548$1,550$425

Largest Available Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Detroit, MI is found at The Griffin Royal Oak in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood and is 1,422 square feet priced from $3,801. The Addison in the Necklace District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,360 square feet and currently listed start at $3,999. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Detroit:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Griffin Royal OakFisher1,422 Sq Ft$3,801
The AddisonThe Penthouse1,360 Sq Ft$3,999
North Park Towers1 BED 1 BATH BALCONY [A3]1,355 Sq Ft$1,649
The FergusonThe Oakman1,300 Sq Ft$2,145
Orleans LandingA41,233 Sq Ft$2,390
River PlaceBrownstone - 1/1.51,225 Sq Ft$1,700
100 Glynn1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$795

Cheapest Available Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 06, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Detroit, MI is the 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** Model starting from $425 at The Strathmore Apartments in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. The second most affordable Detroit 1 Bedroom is the Studio Model at 2023 Tuxedo St starting at $595 in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Detroit is currently $1,487. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Detroit:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Strathmore Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***$425
2023 Tuxedo StStudio$595
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment$621
The AbingtonOne-Bedroom with Island$635
Blackstone Apartments1 Bedroom$700
15805 Baylis1-Bedroom$700
E Outer Drive Apartments1BR/1.0BA$700
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom$700
Fenkell Apartments1-Bedroom$700
The Sandstone1 Bed, 1 bath$700

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Detroit Overview

The crown jewel of the great state of Michigan, Detroit is truly a unique and dynamic city with a long and proud history. A working class hub known as much for its automobile industry heritage as its long pedigree of rock-n-roll, the 'motor city' likes its collars blue and its nightlife red hot.

Why live in Detroit, MI?

From the vast history that practically drips from each and every stately building to the still-active rock club stages that have birthed everyone from Iggy Pop to the White Stripes, Detroit's cultural impact is undeniable. Its residents are a proud and stately bunch, and the area's long history with the automobile industry has made Detroit a city where generations of families have dubbed it home.

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Getting Around Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Detroit with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Detroit is at The Strathmore Apartments listed at $425.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is $1,487.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 1,422 square feet unit starting from $3,801 at The Griffin Royal Oak.

What is the average size for Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 764 sq ft.

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