What $850 rents in Detroit right now

Welcome to this week’s installment of Curbed Comparisons, where we explore what you can rent for a certain dollar amount in various Detroit neighborhoods. This week we’re looking at rentals at or around $850 per month.

Via realtor.com

Midtown

A 224-square-foot studio in the Hamilton, a recently redeveloped historic apartment building on Davenport Street, is renting for $850 per month. Though small, the unit has nice finishes and a suit of on-site amenities like a fitness center, wellness studio, lounge, and more.

Via Birchcrest Apartments

University District

A 530-square-foot unit in the Birchcrest Apartments, a historic building across the street from University of Detroit Mercy, is renting for $985 per month. The renovated apartment comes with one bedroom, one bathroom, a den, and a shared laundry facility. Furnished apartments are available upon request.

Via Zillow

West Village

A 550-square-foot unit in an apartment building on Van Dyke Avenue is renting for $895 per month. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit was recently renovated and has an open-floor plan with a combined kitchen and den. It also has on-site parking, as well as a shared laundry facility and bike storage area.

Via Hela Management

Boston-Edison

A 750-square-foot unit in the historic Glynwood Apartments on Glynn Court is renting for $875 per month. Heat and water are included in the one-bedroom, one-bath unit. Pets are allowed and private parking behind the building can be purchased for an additional $100 per month.

Via Zillow

Rivertown

A fully renovated one-bedroom unit in the Pasadena Apartments just off East Jefferson is renting for $850 a month. The 11-story building was built in 1902 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. On-site amenities include a shared laundry facility, secure parking, and a small convenience store. All utilities are included.