Apartments for rent in Detroit: What will $1,000 get you?

1060 Alter Road. | Photos: Zumper (Photos: Zumper)

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Detroit?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding affordable apartments in Detroit if you've got up to $1,000/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1600 Antietam Ave. (Lafayette Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $925/month, this 545-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1600 Antietam Ave.

In the apartment, you can anticipate a renovated kitchen. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate on-site laundry and secured entry. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Expect a $150 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1060 Alter Road

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Here's a 750-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1060 Alter Road that's going for $930/month.

In the furnished unit, you'll find a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is moderately walkable and is bikeable.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

18974 San Juan Drive (Bagley)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 18974 San Juan Drive, here's a 1,500-square-foot three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom spot that's listed for $950/month.

The unit comes with a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. The building boasts garage parking. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is moderately walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

18115 Roselawn St. (Bagley)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $950/month, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 18115 Roselawn St.

The building boasts additional storage space. The residence also includes in-unit laundry and granite countertops. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area requires a car for most errands, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1941 Chene Court (Elmwood Park)

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Here's a 712-square-foot one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom apartment at 1941 Chene Court that's going for $975/month.

Building amenities include secured entry. The unit also features a balcony, a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher. Pets are not allowed.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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