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Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI under $1200. 293 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a white couch and a green floor
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    329 & 381 Holbrook, Detroit, MI 48202
    STUDIO $760+
    1 BED $825+
  • 825 Iroquois 1 Apartment for Rent
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    825 Iroquois, Detroit, MI 48214
    1 BED $1,025
  • a row of brick apartment buildings with grass and trees
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    18450 W Chicago St, Detroit, MI 48228
    1 BED $676+
    2 BEDS $780+
  • a living room with a leather couch and a television
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    9000 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
    1 BED $939+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    1401 Holcomb Street, Detroit, MI 48214
    STUDIO $650
    1 BED $795
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  • a shared amenity living room with a blue couch and a coffee table
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    1265 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226
    STUDIO $1,100
  • a living room with a blue couch and a bookshelf
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    1780 Van Dyke St, Detroit, MI 48214
    1 BED $855+
  • a living room with a yellow couch and a table
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    17130 Birchcrest Drive, Detroit, MI 48221
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a dining room table
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    4709 2Nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
    1 BED $1,100+
  • a living room with a couch and two chairs and a large window
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    660 Hazelwood St, Detroit, MI 48202
    STUDIO $756
    1 BED $864+
    2 BEDS $972+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    321 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226
    STUDIO $995
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  • a living room with a kitchen and a table
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    484 Brainard, Detroit, MI 48201
    1 BED $1,195+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1141 Holcomb, Detroit, MI 48214
    STUDIO $715+
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    686 Selden St, Detroit, MI 48201
    1 BED $895+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a coffee table
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    20555 Motor Drive, Detroit, MI 48235
    1 BED $890+
    2 BEDS $1,113
  • a living room with a couch and a rug
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    605 Hazelwood St, Detroit, MI 48202
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS $1,000+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    75 W Palmer, Detroit, MI 48202
    STUDIO $999+
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a kitchen with a large window
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    655 Hazelwood St, Detroit, MI 48202
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $949+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room with yellow chairs and a table and windows
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    8100 E. Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI 48214
    STUDIO $675
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $1,015
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2175 Morrell, Detroit, MI 48209
    STUDIO $775
    1 BED $995
  • a living room with white walls and a door and window
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    8905 E. Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
    STUDIO $800+
    1 BED $975
    2 BEDS $1,125
  • two chairs in front of a window in a living room
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    1060 Van Dyke St, Detroit, MI 48214
    1 BED $895+
  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink and a window
    Today

    8451 Navy, Detroit, MI 48209
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a staircase and a rug and furniture
    Today

    40 Davenport St, Detroit, MI 48201
    STUDIO $830
  • a living room with white walls and a large window and a geometric rug
    Today

    8805 Kingswood St., Detroit, MI 48221
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $1,023
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Getting around in Detroit, MI

49 /100
Car-Dependent
43 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 49, Bike Score®: 43

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Detroit, MI last updated?

Prices and availability in Detroit, MI were last updated on 9 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Detroit, MI?

The best apartments in Detroit, MI are: Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI, The Village of Hyde Park, Holbrook Apartments, 825 Iroquois and Franklin Village Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Detroit, MI?

In Detroit 50% of the housing is rented out compared to 50% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 17% of Detroit's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 38% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 44% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Detroit, MI under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in Detroit, MI under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Detroit, MI, where the average rent is $1,045 per month, there are 293 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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