Apartments for rent in Detroit: What will $1,200 get you?

9000 E. Jefferson Ave. | Photo: Apartment Guide (Photo: Apartment Guide)

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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 apartment rentals in Detroit if you don't want to spend more than $1,200/month on rent.

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

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9000 E. Jefferson Ave. (Joseph Barry Subdivision)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Photo: Apartment Guide

First, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment over at 9000 E. Jefferson Ave. It's listed for $1,200/month for its 1,220 square feet.

The apartment offers a dishwasher and a walk-in closet. Building amenities include secured entry, garage parking and on-site laundry. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $250 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that this location is moderately walkable, is convenient for biking and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3670 Chrysler Drive (Forest Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 1,154-square-foot three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom apartment at 3670 Chrysler Drive that's also going for $1,200/month.

Plan on a balcony in the unit. Building amenities feature on-site management and a resident lounge. Animals are not allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

628 Ashland St. (Jefferson Chalmers)

Photo: Zumper

Photo: Zumper

Finally, check out this three-bedroom, two-bathroom abode that's located at 628 Ashland St. It's listed for $1,200/month.

The unit listing promises a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the unit. The building boasts additional storage space. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is relatively bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation 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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