The Residences at City Modern
440 Alfred St,
Detroit, MI 48201
$1,600 - $4,195
Studio - 3 Beds
Midtown Detroit is a bustling urban neighborhood immediately north of downtown. Home to Wayne State University, there are many students, faculty, and staff members that live in this lively community. In Midtown, you’ll find the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, the Michigan Science Center, and the Charles H. Wright Museum that explores African American history from the Middle Passage to the Underground Railroad.
This diverse, artistic community is lined with impressive art galleries, laid-back brunch spots, indie shops, and live music venues. Residents of Midtown Detroit appreciate the neighborhood’s central location and proximity to downtown and the city’s scenic parks along the Detroit River. Apartments, houses, condos, and townhomes in Midtown range from affordable to upscale, attracting a wide range of renters to the area.
As of August 2025, the average apartment rent in Midtown Detroit is $951 for a studio, $1,171 for one bedroom, $1,553 for two bedrooms, and $1,909 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Midtown Detroit has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Studio
408 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$951/month
Average Rent
1 BR
617 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,171/month
Average Rent
2 BR
945 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,553/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,312 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,909/month
Average Rent
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.