East Side

Detroit, MI

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East Side - Detroit, MI

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Ensuring an easy commute for workers, the Airport neighborhood sits about six miles from downtown Detroit, and buses run regularly between the two locations. Students can reach Wayne State University conveniently via a seven-mile drive on I-94, a bicycle ride down Warren Avenue, or by using public transit. Airport is named for its location -- this is where you'll find Coleman A. Young International Airport. It is also near the GM Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center, providing the ideal neighborhood for those working at either location.

Thanks to the neighborhood's close proximity to the waterfront, locals tend to spend time enjoying the outdoors by bicycling the paths that line the Detroit River or by exploring Belle Isle's amenities including a zoo, a conservatory, and an aquarium. Downtown Detroit is also a popular destination, home to the popular Riverwalk, Cobo Center, the Fox Theater, and the Detroit Opera House.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in East Side is $1,015 for a studio, $1,218 for one bedroom, $1,142 for two bedrooms, and $943 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Side has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 650 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,015/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 800 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,218/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 973 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,142/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,100 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $943/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

36

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

46

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Michigan Science Center
  • Detroit Historical Museum
  • Chene Park
  • Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory
  • Belle Isle Park

Airports

  • Detroit Metro Wayne County

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