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From stylish, modern new lofts in renovated high-rises to sprawling historic old mansions and 19th-century row houses, Detroit's housing stock is as diverse as its population. For those looking to buy, trulia.com and zillow.com are good places to start. For renters, start with this list of rental properties below.* For additional help (including detailed reports and photographs of different properties to save you the time and trouble), check out Cool Places to Live, which offers personal broker services at a fraction of the cost.
Corktown
The majority of rental properties in Corktown are single-family homes and flats, and they go fast. For more information on Corktown rentals, contact O'Connor Real Estate and Development.
 
Grinnell Place Lofts
·       34 units
·       Limited number available for sale
·       Next to Brooklyn Street Local
·       Balconies and private rooftop patios
·       Ceilings from 9'-15'
·       Granite counters, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances
·       Indoor parking
·       From $1,100
 
Brooklyn Lofts
·       Updated appliances and hardwood floors
·       Water included in rent
·       Cats and small dogs allowed
·       On-site parking
·       On-site laundry
·       From $600
 
14th Street Lofts
·       Upscale one-bedroom units
·       Located on the Detroit Riverfront
·       Modern appliances and fixtures
·       Tall ceilings
·       Gated parking
·       Water included in rent
·       On-site laundry
·       Cats allowed
·       From $600
 
Midtown / New Center
 
Belcrest Apartments
·       Thirteen stories
·       Historic building built in 1926
·       Modernized and renovated
·       400-1,200 sq. ft.
·       Pool and BBQ pits
·       On-site laundry
·       Off-street parking available (additional fee)
·       Pets allowed (additional fee)
·       24-hour emergency maintenance
·       High-speed wireless Internet throughout building (additional fee)
·       Rent ranges $480-850
 
Studio One Apartments
·       One- and two-bedroom units
·       Fitness center
·       On-site indoor parking
·       Washer/dryer in every unit
·       Bank and other retailers on first floor
·       10' high ceilings
·       Floor-to-ceiling windows (9' high)
·       Balcony off of every living room
·       Granite countertops
·       Rent ranges $870-1,395
 
The Lofts at Garfield
·       56 loft-style units
·       Open loft and two-bedroom floor plans
·       High-vaulted ceilings
·       Oversized windows
·       On-site laundry and storage facilities
·       From $685-1,250
 
Sheridan Court Apartments
·       Historic four-story building built in 1921, recently renovated
·       91 units
·       Studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units available
·       Utilities included in rent
·       On-site laundry
·       Rent ranges $490-650
 
Blackstone Apartments
·       One-bedroom units
·       Newly remodeled
·       Free DSL
·       Exposed brick walls
·       Hardwood floors
·       Rent from $550
 
Cass & Ferry Apartments
·       One-bedroom units
·       Rent includes heat, water, and trash removal
·       On-site laundry
·       Rent from $485
 
5750 Woodward
·       Two-bedroom/two-bathroom units
·       1,375 sq. ft.
·       Stainless steel appliances
·       Spa tub
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       Walk-in closet
·       Gated parking
·       Rent $1,150/month plus utilities
 
Milwaukee Park Lofts
·       Split-level and two-bedroom split-level lofts available
·       Rent includes water and heat
·       On-site parking
·       On-site laundry
·       Cats and small dogs welcome
·       Rent from $550
 
Grand Lofts
·       Split-level design
·       Multiple baths
·       Modern kitchen with appliances
·       Hardwood floors
·       Exposed brick architecture
·       Private gated parking
·       Rent from $650
 
Sherbrooke Manor
·       One- and two-bedroom units available
·       795 sq. ft.
·       Original decorative wood trim and floors
·       Original hardwood floors
·       Large restored windows
·       Granite counters and stainless steel appliances
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       Rent from $850
 
Universal Lofts
·       Multi-level lofts
·       Giant windows
·       Sculpted cement pillars
·       From $600
 
Grand River Station Castle Lofts
·       Spacious loft-style, multi-level apartments
·       Spiral staircases
·       Hardwood floors
·       Vaulted ceilings
·       Jacuzzi tubs
·       On-site laundry
·       Stainless steel appliances
·       Exposed brick
·       Free WiFi
·       Fitness center
·       Water included
·       On-site indoor parking (additional)
 
Newberry Hall
·       Studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units available
·       Heat, water and electricity included in rent
·       Secured, gated parking (additional)
·       From $875
 
The Villages / East Riverfront
 
Alden Park Towers
·       389 units in four eight-story towers
·       Recent extensive renovation
·       From one bedroom/one bathroom to two bedrooms/two bathrooms
·       Original hardwood floors
·       Energy-efficient appliances
·       All new tile floors, cabinets, countertops, fixtures and faucets, ceiling fans and blinds
·       From $649
 
The Jeffersonian
·       One- to four-bedroom units available
·       Private balconies
·       30 stories
·       Riverfront views from every unit
·       Floor-to-ceiling windows
·       Heated Olympic-size pool
·       Tennis court
·       On-site, secured parking
·       From $595
 
Parkstone & Parkhurst Apartments
·       On-site laundry
·       Gated, secured parking lot and garage (additional)
·       Pet-friendly
·       From $595
 
Village Park Apartments
·       One- and two-bedroom units available
·       Currently undergoing multi-million-dollar renovation
·       Washer-dryer in each unit
·       Balconies on each unit
 
River Place Apartments
·       One- to three-bedroom units available
·       Garage parking
·       Outdoor deck
·       Pets welcome
·       Bike storage
·       Private balconies
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       Townhome and loft-style floor plans
·       Energy efficient appliances
·       From $941
 
River Park Lofts
·       Split levels available
·       Water included
·       Gated parking
·       On-site laundry
·       Cats and small dogs welcome
·       From $600
 
Lafayette Park / Eastern Market / Near East Side
 
Lafayette Towers
·       Studios to three-bedroom units available
·       Secured, gated parking lot and garage (additional)
·       Free WiFi
·       Floor-to-ceiling windows
·       Rent includes heat and water
·       Fitness center
·       On-site laundry
·       Outdoor heated swimming pool
·       Cats welcome
·       Currently undergoing multi-million-dollar renovation
·       Historic Mies van der Rohe buildings
·       From $500
 
The Pavilion
·       Studios to two-bedroom units available
·       Fitness center
·       Outdoor swimming pool and sun deck
·       Grocery store, dry cleaners and hair salon in the building
·       Water, heat and air conditioning included
·       Parking available
·       Floor-to-ceiling windows
·       Historic Mies van der Rohe building
·       From $728
 
FD Lofts
·       Open floor plan lofts
·       900-1,700 sq. ft.
·       Exposed brick walls
·       Stainless steel appliances, gas oven
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       Secured, gated parking
·       Keyless entry
·       Outdoor patios and raised lofts in select units
·       From $1,100
 
Garden Court Apartments
·       One- to four-bedroom units available
·       700-3,400 sq. ft.
·       Fireplaces in units
·       Solid wood and French doors
·       Hardwood floors
·       Private balconies
·       High ceilings
·       Detailed moldings
·       Granite countertops
·       Classic pedestal sinks
·       Ceramic tile floors
·       Free private gated parking
·       Community rooftop terrace
·       Fitness center
·       Historic Albert Kahn Building
·       NEZ tax reduction zone for purchases
·       Valet services provided
 
E&B Brewery Lofts
·       Nine stories
·       Gated, secured parking
·       Granite countertops (select lofts)
·       Polished concrete floors (select lofts)
·       Stainless steel or black appliances
·       Red Bull House of Art gallery downstairs (one of only three in the world)
 
Leland Lofts
·       32 units available
·       One- and two-bedroom units
·       Split level units available
·       Tile, marble, and granite details in each unit
·       Washer/dryer in unit
·       Rooftop deck
·       Gated parking lot and garage
·       Free WiFi
·       From $1,050
 
Downtown
 
Kales Building
·       One- and two-bedroom units
·       Stainless steel appliances (select units)
·       Hardwood floors
·       High ceilings
·       Large wall-to-wall windows
·       Ceramic tile bathrooms
·       Attached parking garage
·       Fitness center
·       Tanning room
·       Secured entry
·       Historic Albert Kahn building
 
Lofts @ Woodward Center
·       Open floor-plan lofts
·       Up to 18' ceilings
·       Stained concrete floors
·       Washer/dryer in every unit
·       Parking included
·       Some split-level units available
·       Galvanized spiral ductwork
·       From $891
 
Millender Center
·       One- and two-bedroom units
·       11 units available
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       Two full-size tennis courts and jogging trail
·       24-hour fitness studio and yoga center
·       Oversized windows with balcony options
·       Indoor pool
·       From $730
 
Detroit City Apartments
·       One- and two-bedrooms units
·       Newly-renovated kitchens with new cabinetry, upgraded hardware, new countertops, energy-efficient lighting, wood vinyl flooring, and new Whirlpool appliances
·       Sky Park with outdoor pool, gourmet kitchen, tennis court, jogging track and fire pit
·       Fitness center and yoga room
·       Private balconies
·       Eve's Gourmet Market located on the first floor
·       From $865
 
The Lofts of Merchants Row
·       Studio to three-bedroom units
·       157 units available
·       Open kitchen with large center island
·       All wood cabinetry
·       Granite countertops
·       Stainless steel appliances and hardware
·       Porcelain tile in bathrooms
·       Exposed brick
·       Hardwood or stained cement floors
·       Spiral staircases
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       First floor retail
 
Lafayette Lofts
·       50 units
·       Water, heat, and gated parking included with rent
·       On-site laundry
·       Cats allowed
·       From $650
 
Broderick Towers
·       34-story historic building
·       Beamed ceilings
·       Porcelain tile floors throughout, carpet in bedrooms
·       Granite countertops and tile backsplash
·       Washer/dryer in each unit
·       Stainless steel appliances
·       From $850
 
Riverfront Towers
·       One- and two-bedroom units currently undergoing $5 million renovation
·       Parking garage
·       Fitness center
·       Tennis and volleyball courts
·       Indoor heated pool
·       Jogging trail and dog run
·       Indoor whirlpool spa
·       Washer/dryer in units
·       Balconies in select units
·       Skywalk to People Mover
·       Access to Riverwalk with picnic/grilling area and playscape
·       ATM inside
·       Signature Grill and Market, dry cleaners and salon in building
·       From $798
 
The Coat Factory
·       Exposed brick walls
·       Hardwood floors
·       High ceilings
·       On-site parking
·       All utilities included
·       Cats and small dogs allowed
·       From $750

*Please note: we make no guarantee of availability for any of the above listed properties. 

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