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

1538 Centre St. | Photo: Zumper (Photo: 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 hunting down affordable apartments 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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1538 Centre St. (Downtown)

Photo: Zumper

Photo: Zumper

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

The residence offers in-unit laundry and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. The building boasts garage parking. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is relatively bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

8021 Third St.

Photo: Zumper

Photo: Zumper

Here's a 900-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom condo at 8021 Third St. that's going for $1,200/month.

Look for stainless steel appliances - including a dishwasher - in the condo. The building offers additional storage space. Animals are not permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has some transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

15803 Ferguson St. (Grandmont-Rosedale)

Photo: Zumper

Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this three-bedroom, one-bathroom abode situated at 15803 Ferguson St. It's also listed for $1,200/month for its 1,350 square feet.

Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location isn't very walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

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