Relocating From Chicago To Detroit

**Mario88** · May-15-13, 06:28 AM

Hello,

I'm recent graduate student and I'm relocating to Detroit in July for a job. I was wondering what's the best neighborhoods to look for either apartments, townhouses or condos? At this present moment I'll even settle for a studio. I'm originally from Chicago so I'm used to city life, so I prefer not to live in the suburbs. Budget wise I'm trying to stay between the $12-1500 per month for rent. Any help you all can provide would be great.

Thanks.

**belleislerunner** · May-15-13, 07:59 AM

Congrats on the new job! Rentals in downtown go fast - so you might need to think about reserving a unit now [[as July is only 6 weeks out). The Pavilion in Lafayette Park is a nice high rise in a quieter area, walking distance to everything downtown and you can get a 1BR for 900. http://www.thepaviliondetroit.com/

Detroit City Apartments is another good one with a roofdeck etc downtown. The views are pretty incredible and the rent for a 1BR is still in the 900 range. This would be my top choice. Even has attached parking garage. http://www.villagegreen.com/detroit/...tments/photos/

**TexasT** · May-15-13, 09:01 AM

Moved here from Wicker Park last summer. Welcome!

Check out downtown, although its a tight rental market. Midtown is also a good location for you. I have a lot of single young professional friends who live in Lafayette Park and love it. Start with those three areas and check out Craigslist.

There aren't apartment finders like we had in Chicago but DHive is a great resource.

http://dhivedetroit.org/live/ -> get the scoop on neighborhoods.

Use their twitter or FB page to find listings:

https://www.facebook.com/DhiveLive
https://twitter.com/dhivelive

**Spartan** · May-15-13, 09:14 AM

Originally Posted by belleislerunner

Congrats on the new job! Rentals in downtown go fast - so you might need to think about reserving a unit now [[as July is only 6 weeks out). The Pavilion in Lafayette Park is a nice high rise in a quieter area, walking distance to everything downtown and you can get a 1BR for 900. http://www.thepaviliondetroit.com/

Detroit City Apartments is another good one with a roofdeck etc downtown. The views are pretty incredible and the rent for a 1BR is still in the 900 range. This would be my top choice. Even has attached parking garage. http://www.villagegreen.com/detroit/...tments/photos/

If you're looking downtown, I agree about getting in soon, vacancy is very low. I live in DCA and have no complaints. It's a good value for what you get. For 12-1500, you could also get a 2br at DCA, if the space appeals to you. Millender Center near the riverfront is another good option, although the apartments/amenities are fairly similar to DCA and more expensive.

If you're looking for something a little nicer in the 1br realm, check out Lofts of Merchant's Row, Lofts at Woodward Place, and Broderick Tower. There's really no reason to get a studio with your budget.

I'd recommend downtown personally, but you could also look in Midtown or Corktown. You'll get a lot more bang for your buck there and they're still good locations with a decent amount of activity.

Is the job downtown? What kinds of things do you enjoy doing for fun?

**poobert** · May-15-13, 10:48 AM

Welcome! At that price range you can find something nice. As the others said, downtown, Midtown, or Lafayette Park are good bets.

Be forewarned: This region [[and some members of this board) are very anti-Detroit. In a matter of moments some nutsack is going to come on here and say "Move to Allen Park!!! That's a city too!!!1 There's a Meijer!!!111" or some other assorted nonsense. Also be prepared for some of your more ......y colleagues to say "Dude, bro, you live in Detroit, you're gonna get murdered." You're not, unless your job is dealing drugs.

I can't say the name of a feminine hygiene product on this board? This is America, damnit!

**corktownyuppie** · May-15-13, 11:30 AM

At your price range, you're going to have lots of choices. Here's a great resource at D:Hive Connections to quickly peruse what are the going rates these days.

https://www.facebook.com/DhiveLive

**Mario88** · May-15-13, 08:58 PM

Yes it's downtown. You guys gave great suggestions, I'll be in the D next week to check on some places firsthand. As for fun I'm a sports junkie lol. I've heard how nice Hockeytown [[I think that's the name right?) Is. I'm also a music lover of all types, Love to go to concerts.

**Spartan** · May-15-13, 10:53 PM

Originally Posted by Mario88

Yes it's downtown. You guys gave great suggestions, I'll be in the D next week to check on some places firsthand. As for fun I'm a sports junkie lol. I've heard how nice Hockeytown [[I think that's the name right?) Is. I'm also a music lover of all types, Love to go to concerts.

In that case, I'd definitely look at the places in the Entertainment District near all the theaters and stadiums [[Kales, Broderick, DCA, Claridge). The Fillmore is probably the biggest venue when it comes to concert, which is right in that area. Fyfe is also in that area but is a little lower in the price range. Lofts of Merchants Row and Lofts at Woodward Place are relatively close as well.

**syrett4** · May-15-13, 10:53 PM

I moved to Lafayette Park in March and LOVE IT! Rent 935 a month and it includes water, heat and air. PM me for more details as I get a $400 referral bonus too!

**marshamusic** · May-15-13, 11:05 PM

Originally Posted by syrett4

I moved to Lafayette Park in March and LOVE IT! Rent 935 a month and it includes water, heat and air. PM me for more details as I get a $400 referral bonus too!

What building would this be? The Towers, Pavilion, or....?

**syrett4** · May-15-13, 11:10 PM

Well the neighborhood is LP, Jean Rivard.

**Chinman** · May-16-13, 01:17 AM

i just want to say...this is the third[[3) post about moving to Detroit! Rent for a while then figure where you want to live!!!!

**Chinman** · May-16-13, 01:21 AM

Detroit is VERY diverse! You can't learn it from this Forum. you can only get opinions!

**marshamusic** · May-16-13, 10:38 AM

Originally Posted by syrett4

Well the neighborhood is LP, Jean Rivard.

Yes, you're right. Though "technically" not regarded as part of Lafayette Park, per se, generally, the south side of Lafayette, including, Jean Rivard, and of course, 1300, is part of the Lafayette Park community.

Those are sharp apartments, that are not in the "Mies" style that LP is known for. My sister lived there and loved it. If she were to move back from ATL, she'd move back there in a hot minute, I'm sure.

**Spartan** · May-16-13, 10:59 AM

Originally Posted by syrett4

I moved to Lafayette Park in March and LOVE IT! Rent 935 a month and it includes water, heat and air. PM me for more details as I get a $400 referral bonus too!

On the same token, if you have any specific questions about DCA, I'd be happy to answer those [[and refer, if chosen)

**jaytheory** · May-16-13, 01:20 PM

Originally Posted by Mario88

Hello,

I'm recent graduate student and I'm relocating to Detroit in July for a job. I was wondering what's the best neighborhoods to look for either apartments, townhouses or condos? At this present moment I'll even settle for a studio. I'm originally from Chicago so I'm used to city life, so I prefer not to live in the suburbs. Budget wise I'm trying to stay between the $12-1500 per month for rent. Any help you all can provide would be great.

Thanks.

this is over your range, but there are some for about 1500 that arnt bi levels in this building. http://detroit.curbed.com/archives/2...el-condo-2.php

BP is great. in between Downtown, midtown and next to EASTERN MARKET