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

1538 Centre St. | Photos: Zumper (Photos: Zumper)

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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 locating affordable apartments in Detroit if you've got a budget of up to $1,200/month.

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

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1538 Centre St. (Downtown)

Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,150/month, this 520-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode is located at 1538 Centre St.

The residence has a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and in-unit laundry. The building boasts garage parking. Pet lovers are in luck: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

20253 Warrington Drive (Green Acres)

Photo: Zumper

Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this three-bedroom, one-bathroom residence located at 20253 Warrington Drive. It's listed for $1,175/month for its 1,290 square feet.

The building features on-site management, outdoor space and garage parking. The listing also promises a deck in the unit. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Expect a $55 application fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

9000 E. Jefferson Ave. (Joseph Barry Subdivision)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, check out this 1,220-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's located at 9000 E. Jefferson Ave. It's listed for $1,200/month.

The building features on-site laundry and secured entry. The unit also includes a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $250 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is very bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

500 River Place Drive (Gold Coast)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Located at 500 River Place Drive, here's a 610-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,200/month.

You can expect to see a dishwasher and in-unit laundry in the unit. Building amenities include secured entry and a swimming pool. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $250 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, is convenient for biking and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at 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 going for $1,200/month.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate on-site management and a resident lounge. You can also expect to see a balcony in the apartment. Pets are not permitted.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is friendly for those on foot, is bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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