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University District, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 15805 Baylis priced from $700. Florentine East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
15805 Baylis1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Florentine EastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Village Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$875
RCI Covington ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$945
Highland ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$957

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, MI

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $0.51 price per square foot 1989 Pasadena St Model at 1989 Pasadena St, Unit 1989 Pasadena in the in the Fitzgerald neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses starting at $1,395 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Fitzgerald neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1989 Pasadena St, Unit 1989 Pasadena1989 Pasadena St3BR,1BA$0.51
RCI Covington Townhouses2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.07
17511 Stoepel St, Unit B17511 Stoepel St3BR,1BA$1.27
Highland ManorThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.88
2557 W McNichols Rd2557 W McNichols Rd2BR,1BA$1.12
15378 Meyers Rd15378 Meyers Rd2BR,1BA$1.22
Village Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.04
Palmer Park Square1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.22
Florentine EastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07
15805 Baylis1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about University District

What type of rentals are currently available in University District?

There are currently 183 Apartments for Rent in University District, MI with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,137. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University District ranging from $575 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University District ranges from $575 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,441.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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