
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $1,500 (454 Rentals)


Sherwood Heights

The Jefferson

Alden Towers

Beach Club Detroit

Six55 Detroit

University Club

Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI
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Central Park

Grayhaven Marina Village

El Tovar Apartments

RCI Covington Apartments

Mavor Apartments

Cathedral Arts Apartments
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RCI Covington Townhouses

The Strathmore Apartments

Manchester Apartments

Van Dyke Village Apartments

Jean Rivard

Pallister Plaisance Apartments
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Devenir District- 711 W Alexandrine

Circle Drive Commons

Village Square Apartments

Brainard Street Apartments

Anthos Gardens

Veridian Group LLC, DBA Woodland Arms Apartments

71 Garfield St

Top of the Drive Apartments
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Victoria Place Apartments

55+ Friendship Meadows (Senior Housing)

9770 Outer, Unit Upper unit #2

La Joya Gardens

Ironwood Quadplex

Capitol Manor Apartments

Chateau Manor

Palmer Park Square
Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,287 | $456 | $3,175 |
Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $410 | $5,000 |
Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $457 | $8,190 |
Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $525 | $8,589 |
Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $790 | $3,500 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Detroit with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Detroit is at Manchester Place Apartments listed at $457.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is $1,797.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 2,390 square feet unit starting from $3,407 at Riverfront Towers.
What is the average size for Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Detroit is currently 1,071 sq ft.
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