
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University District Detroit, MI (93 Rentals)


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University District, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University District Studio Apartments | $1,359 | $975 | $1,691 |
University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $410 | $3,000 |
University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $457 | $4,137 |
University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $525 | $1,675 |
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There are currently 93 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Largest Available University District 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University District area of Detroit, MI is found at Sherwood Heights and is listed at 850 square feet priced from $1,055. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Sherwood Heights | The Barnsdale | 850 Sq Ft | $1,055 |
RCI Shelbourne | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
FerndaleHaus Lofts | fdh-B5-Penthouse | 826 Sq Ft | $2,566 |
Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 825 Sq Ft | $1,016 |
RCI Covington Apartments | One Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $965 |
Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 795 Sq Ft | $875 |
Warren Manor | Your New Place Is Waiting | 725 Sq Ft | $975 |
409 On Nine | 1 Bedroom G, I, J | 724 Sq Ft | $1,820 |
Florentine East | One Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $750 |
The Baxter Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 700 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available University District 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University District of Detroit, MI is the 1x1 Model starting from $410 at Manchester Place Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University District is currently $1,414. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Manchester Place Apartments | 1x1 | $410 |
Brookhaven Apartments | 1 | $650 |
15805 Baylis | 1-Bedroom | $700 |
Florentine East | One Bedroom | $750 |
Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $875 |
Ferndale Flats | A1 | $950 |
RCI Covington Apartments | One Bedroom | $965 |
Warren Manor | Your New Place Is Waiting | $975 |
The Baxter Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $995 |
Birchcrest Apartments | One Bedroom Den | $995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University District Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University District with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University District is at Manchester Place Apartments listed at $410.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University District Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University District is $1,414.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University District Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University District is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,055 at Sherwood Heights.
What is the average size for University District 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University District is currently 900 sq ft.
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