
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 48221 ZIP Code of Detroit, MI from $300 (61 Rentals)
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16175 Fairfield St

16175 Fairfield St

The Baxter Apartments

17512 Roselawn St

16224 Kentucky St, Unit Top 2

Sherwood Heights

16906 Monica St

18011 Northlawn St, Unit Lower
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17352 Roselawn St

17150 Santa Rosa Dr

16950 Normandy St

7601 Curtis St

20144 Stoepel St

20144 Stoepel St

16701 Tuller St

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!

7042 Thatcher St, Unit 1

18935 Indiana St
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16246 Fairfield St

This beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is ready for move-in!

16606 Washburn St

16930 Santa Rosa Dr

17164 Roselawn St

19724 Pennington Dr

19451 Woodingham Dr

7010 Thatcher St

20172 Sheffield Rd
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20053 Griggs St

20110 Northlawn St

17552 Roselawn St

10428 Curtis St

16145 Baylis St, Unit #207

19501 Woodingham Dr

19776 Monica St

16188 Lawton St

16169 Kentucky St

18416 Washburn St
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20452 Manor

20046 Kentucky St

17510 Wisconsin St

19915 Monte Vista St

16134 La Salle Ave

16581 Baylis St

16232 Birwood St

Pilgrim Meadows

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16901 Log Cabin St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 48221?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48221 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $841 | $1,165 |
| 48221 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $900 | $1,430 |
| 48221 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $1,000 | $1,275 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 48221 ZIP Code Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 48221 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 48221 Apartment is $650 at Rivers Edge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 48221 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 48221 is starting from $750 at Mary Court Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable 48221 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap 48221 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heather Lane Townhomes and starts from $1,275.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters
Written by: Tim Brown
Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips
Written by: Justin Habersaat
Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

