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The Belcrest

5440 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48202 Leasing Office: 41 Burroughs St, Detroit, MI 48202

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  • Monthly Rent

    $995 - $1,873

  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    355 - 1,000 sq ft

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Highlights

  • Walk To Campus
  • Pool
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Controlled Access
  • On-Site Retail
  • Fenced Lot
  • Sundeck
  • Gated
  • Elevator

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Studio Medium - 10 Stack
$995 Studio 1 Bath 355 Sq Ft $1,095 Deposit
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    price $995
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Studio Large - 04 06 07 Stacks + 1204
$1,041 Studio 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft $1,125 Deposit
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    price $1,041
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1B1B Closet Kitchen - 08 11 Stacks
$1,227 1 Bed 1 Bath 484 Sq Ft $1,285 Deposit
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  • Unit 211
    price $1,227
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1B1B Kitchen Dining - 12 13 Stack
$1,318 1 Bed 1 Bath 720 Sq Ft $1,425 Deposit
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    price $1,318
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2B2B
$1,873 2 Beds 2 Baths 1,000 Sq Ft $2,025 Deposit
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    price $1,873
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Studio Medium - 10 Stack
$995 Studio 1 Bath 355 Sq Ft $1,095 Deposit
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  • Unit 910
    price $995
    square feet 355
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Studio Large - 04 06 07 Stacks + 1204
$1,041 Studio 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft $1,125 Deposit
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  • Unit 707
    price $1,041
    square feet 500
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1B1B Closet Kitchen - 08 11 Stacks
$1,227 1 Bed 1 Bath 484 Sq Ft $1,285 Deposit
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  • Unit 211
    price $1,227
    square feet 484
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1B1B Kitchen Dining - 12 13 Stack
$1,318 1 Bed 1 Bath 720 Sq Ft $1,425 Deposit
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  • Unit 1212
    price $1,318
    square feet 720
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$1,873 2 Beds 2 Baths 1,000 Sq Ft $2,025 Deposit
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    price $1,873
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        We are offering free applications if approved within 24 hours of your tour! Charged per applicant.
        $75
  • Dogs
    • Allowed
  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Surface Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $0.01 - $160 / mo
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  • Storage Unit
    • Storage Deposit
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0
    • Storage Rent
      Charged per rentable item.
      $55 / mo
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Details

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • Short term lease

Property Information

  • Built in 1926
  • 145 units/12 stories

The Belcrest is an apartment community located in Wayne County and the 48202 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Central Heating
  • Event Space
  • Gated Parking
  • Hot Water
  • Lounge
  • maintenance
  • Midtown Location
  • Off Street Parking
  • On-site Laundry
  • On-Site Restaurant
  • Package Room
  • Party Room, Pool Rental Available
  • pet friendly
  • Secured Access
  • sewer
  • Stove + Oven
  • stove oven
  • swimming pool
  • trash
  • water

Contact

Property Address: 5440 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Leasing Office: 41 Burroughs St, Detroit, MI 48202
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Language: English
Open 9am - 5pm Today
  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
  • Saturday, By Appointment
  • Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Pool

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Clubhouse

Controlled Access

Grill

Gated

Laundry Service

Property Services

  • Package Service
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • On-Site ATM
  • On-Site Retail
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Laundry Service
  • Key Fob Entry

Shared Community

  • Elevator
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Storage Space
  • Vintage Building

Fitness & Recreation

  • Pool
  • Bicycle Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Gated
  • Fenced Lot
  • Sundeck
  • Grill

Student Features

  • Private Bathroom
  • Walk To Campus

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Walk-In Closets

Granite Countertops

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Freezer

Indoor Features

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Handrails
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Quartz Countertops

Model Details

  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Crown Molding
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
Location
5440 Cass Ave, Detroit,
MI 48202
Leasing Office: 41 Burroughs St, Detroit,
MI 48202
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Neighborhood

Detroit’s vibrant Midtown area is arguably the cultural hub of the city, packing some of Detroit’s most prestigious institutions into a single neighborhood. This part of town largely revolves around the Wayne State University campus, which dominates the neighborhood’s landscape. Serving a unique and diverse population of nearly 30,000 students, the university contributes a lively cultural and intellectual atmosphere, amplified by the neighboring Art Center and Medical Center.

With countless museums, theaters, and galleries within just a few blocks, Midtown Detroit residents enjoy direct access to the fine and performing arts. The Cass Corridor where Wayne State is located has a reputation as a major musical hotspot, with legendary musicians including Joni Mitchell, Alice Cooper, and the White Stripes performing here during their formative years.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Midtown Detroit Detroit, MI
Studio $938 $1,072
1 Bedroom $1,144 $1,115
2 Bedrooms $1,523 $1,493
3 Bedrooms $1,482 $1,721
Amenities
  • Package Service
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • On-Site ATM
  • On-Site Retail
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Laundry Service
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Elevator
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Storage Space
  • Vintage Building
  • Gated
  • Fenced Lot
  • Sundeck
  • Grill
  • Pool
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Private Bathroom
  • Walk To Campus
  • Central Heating
  • Event Space
  • Gated Parking
  • Hot Water
  • Lounge
  • maintenance
  • Midtown Location
  • Off Street Parking
  • On-site Laundry
  • On-Site Restaurant
  • Package Room
  • Party Room, Pool Rental Available
  • pet friendly
  • Secured Access
  • sewer
  • Stove + Oven
  • stove oven
  • swimming pool
  • trash
  • water
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Handrails
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Crown Molding
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
Expenses
Recurring
Assigned Surface Lot Parking $160
One-Time
Storage Fee $55
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Wayne State University
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
College of Creative Studies
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Wayne County C.C., Downtown
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
The Belcrest is within 6 minutes or 0.3 mile from Wayne State University. It is also near College of Creative Studies and Wayne County C.C., Downtown.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Burton International School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
482 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10
Gee Edmonson Academy
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
251 Students
Nearby
Frederick Douglass International Academy
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
202 Students
Nearby
Northwestern High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
272 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10
University Preparatory Academy (Psad)-High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
560 Students
Nearby
GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10
Herlong Cathedral School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
New Center Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Detroit include Ferry St - Southbound, located 0.2 mile from The Belcrest. The Belcrest is near Detroit Metro Wayne County, located 22.2 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Ferry St - Southbound
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Warren Ave - Southbound
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Amsterdam St - Northbound
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Baltimore St - Northbound
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Canfield St - Southbound
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Detroit
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Dearborn
Drive: 20 min 10.6 mi
Royal Oak Amtrak
Drive: 20 min 12.7 mi
Troy Amtrak Station
Drive: 28 min 18.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Detroit Metro Wayne County
Drive: 33 min 22.2 mi
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Local Logic What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
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Soundscore™
68 / 100

Traffic

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Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Belcrest.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
5520-5564 Woodward Ave
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
4445-4465 2nd Ave
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
4240 Cass Ave
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
The Belcrest has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Detroit Historical Museum
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Wayne State University Museum of Natural History
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Michigan Science Center
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Campus Martius Park
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Hart Plaza
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
The Belcrest has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Detroit Historical Museum, Wayne State University Museum of Natural History, and Michigan Science Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Karmanos Cancer Center
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
DMC Harper University Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
The Belcrest has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is Karmanos Cancer Center which is 1.0 miles away and a 19 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Selfridge Air National Guard Base
Drive: 39 min 27.8 mi
Camp Perry Air Guard Station
Drive: 118 min 90.2 mi
The Belcrest is 27.8 miles from Selfridge Air National Guard Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including Camp Perry Air Guard Station.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Belcrest have in-unit laundry?

While The Belcrest does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at The Belcrest?

Select utilities are included in rent at The Belcrest, including gas, water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at The Belcrest?

Parking is available at The Belcrest and is free of charge for residents.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

The Belcrest has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $995/mo. to $1,873/mo.

Is The Belcrest pet-friendly?

Yes, The Belcrest welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at The Belcrest?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $995 for a studio, you would need to earn about $39,800 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does The Belcrest have move-in specials?

The Belcrest is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does The Belcrest offer Matterport 3D tours?

While The Belcrest does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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