
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (31 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Detroit area of Detroit with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Briggs Houze

Eddystone

The Brooke on Bagley

Lafayette West Apartments

CBD Detroit Apartments

Orleans Landing
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DuCharme Place Apartments

The Lofts of Merchants Row

Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown

The Millie on Brush

River Place

The Pavilion

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit
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Washington Park Apartments

Trumbull Terrace

Palms

Brainard

Philip Houze

The Ashley

Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI
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71 Garfield St

Westwill Apartments

Regency Towers

El Tovar Apartments

The Amo

Palms East

Friendship Meadows LDHA
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930 Marion Ave

Brighton Court Apartments

Carnegie
Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $645 | $3,150 |
| Downtown Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $445 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $991 | $5,989 |
| Downtown Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,146 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
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Top Detroit Apartments in the Downtown Detroit Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-08-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Detroit, MI apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
The Lofts of Merchants Row
Put a little spin on your apartment search! What amazing move-in special will you land on? Apply and move in by 1/31 for a chance to win!Expires 01-09-2026
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI
LIMITED AVAILABILITY! Call or stop in today to reserve your new home in the heart of Detroit before it's too late!Expires 01-09-2026
CBD Detroit Apartments
Start the Year in a New SpaceLimited January AvailabilityExpires 01-09-2026
Lafayette West Apartments
New Move-ins receive $2,000 off move-in costs! Limited time special contact the leasing office for details.Expires 01-09-2026
Woodward West
Special: Move in by January 31st and receive ONE month rent FREE! Call the office for more details!Expires 01-09-2026
Palms
Specials: FREE Parking for a YEAR if you apply within 48 hours of your tour. PLUS $500 OFF move-in costs if you apply within 24 hours of your tour. Call today for details.Expires 01-09-2026
Orleans Landing
Spring Into the New Year with Two Months Free!Expires 01-09-2026
The Hamilton Midtown Detroit
Move In NOW and Receive One Month FREE Rent Plus an ADDITIONAL $200 Concession For Students of Wayne State, DMC, and Henry Ford Current Residents Only - Refer a Friend to The Hamilton and Receive $500 OFF Your Rent *Restrictions apply.Expires 01-09-2026
Brainard
Specials: FREE Internet for SIX MONTHS if you apply within 48 hours of your tour. PLUS $500 OFF move-in costs if you apply within 24 hours of your tour. Call today for details.Expires 01-09-2026
El Tovar Apartments
Special: $500 OFF move-in costs if you apply within 24 hours of your tour. Offer expires 1/31/26. Call today for details.Expires 01-09-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Detroit, MI
Specials updated: 01-08-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Detroit, MI. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Friendship Meadows LDHA
Gated, security, private entry, some utilities are paid, affordable Housing!!Expires 12-31-2026
Carnegie
*Conditions apply. Offer is applicable to new and approved applicants for select suites only. Incentive is applied as a rent credit, distributed over the lease term or as otherwise determined by management. Minimum 12-month lease term required. Offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice and cannot be combined with any other promotion. Conditions apply. Please contact the leasing office for full details and eligibility. Photos, dimensions, and pricing are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the exact features or layout of the available unit. Actual units may vary., E & O. E.Expires 03-31-2026
Regency Towers
HALF OFF MOVE IN COST FOR ALL STUDIOS AND SELECT ONE BEDROOMS!!! $50 APPLICATION FEE! COME ON IN AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL TODAY FOR ALL WHO QUALIFY!!!!!! JOIN US FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY & SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM -3:00 PM!Expires 03-02-2026
River Place
Ring in the new year with $500 off move-in costs when you choose River Place as your new home!Expires 01-31-2026
Westwill Apartments
Move in by January 31and Get 1 Month Free – Limited Time Only!Expires 01-31-2026
Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown
Call today to find out how easy it can be to move-in!!Expires 01-09-2026
Eddystone
LIMITED TIME LEASING SPECIAL: ASK US ABOUT OUR ONE MONTH FREE RENT SPECIAL ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES!Expires 01-09-2026
71 Garfield St
On approved applications with certain buildings*****Expires 01-31-2026
The Lofts of Merchants Row
Put a little spin on your apartment search! What amazing move-in special will you land on? Apply and move in by 1/31 for a chance to win!Expires 01-09-2026
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI
LIMITED AVAILABILITY! Call or stop in today to reserve your new home in the heart of Detroit before it's too late!Expires 01-09-2026
Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Detroit?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Detroit is at Friendship Meadows LDHA listed at $445.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Detroit is $1,643.
What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Detroit is a 1,544 square feet unit starting from $1,325 at Orleans Landing.
What is the average size for Downtown Detroit Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Detroit is currently at 517 sq ft.
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