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Student Housing Near University of Detroit Mercy

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Properties
2,438
Students
2,438
Enrollment
75%
Acceptance Rate
67%
Graduation Rate
1,134
SAT Average
26
ACT Median
$71,030
Avg Salary (10yr)
$23,250
Median Debt

About University of Detroit Mercy

Founded on Jesuit principles of social justice and academic excellence, University of Detroit Mercy stands as a beacon of transformative education in Michigan's vibrant Motor City. With an enrollment of 2,289 students, this intimate private institution creates meaningful connections between scholars and faculty that larger universities simply cannot match. The university's commitment to practical, career-focused graduate programs reflects Detroit's rich heritage of innovation and problem-solving. Situated in the heart of Detroit, students benefit from unparalleled access to a dynamic urban environment where cultural institutions, professional networking opportunities, and diverse communities converge. The nearby neighborhoods offer authentic Detroit culture—from world-class museums and thriving arts districts to renowned restaurants and historic architecture. Living in close proximity to campus allows students to fully immerse themselves in both their studies and the city's revitalization movement, transforming their graduate experience into one of genuine personal and professional growth. Whether studying engineering, business, or health sciences, students at UDM become integral members of a community actively shaping the future of one of America's most compelling cities.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private
Highest Degree
Graduate
Setting
Large City
Retention Rate
83%
ACT Median
26
Accreditor
Higher Learning Commission
Classification
Doctoral/Professional University
Affiliation
Religious

Cost & Financial Aid

Annual tuition and estimated costs

In-State Tuition
$32,946
per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$32,946
per year
Average Net Price
$15,232
after aid

University of Detroit Mercy's average net price of $16,179/year is reasonable, but total cost of attendance will depend heavily on housing choices in the Detroit area. Students should explore on-campus housing, shared apartments, and commuting options to maximize affordability.

  • Live on-campus or in university-affiliated housing to lock in predictable costs and avoid market-rate apartment premiums in Detroit
  • Consider shared housing with 3-4 roommates in nearby neighborhoods like Corktown or Midtown to split rent and utilities significantly
  • Explore commuting from home or via public transit (QLINE, SMART bus) if feasible, as Detroit housing markets offer budget-friendly options in outer areas
  • Search for off-campus housing early in the academic year and negotiate lease terms, as Detroit's rental market is less competitive than many college towns

Living Near University of Detroit Mercy

Neighborhood Guide for University of Detroit Mercy Students

The University of Detroit Mercy campus sits in the vibrant Midtown Detroit area, a culturally rich neighborhood perfect for students. The immediate surrounding area features tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and a diverse community of young professionals and academics.

Popular student neighborhoods include Midtown itself, known for its artsy vibe and walkability, and nearby Corktown, offering trendy lofts and a booming food scene. Both areas are easily accessible from campus via walking or the M-1 Rail, Detroit's modern streetcar system that connects directly to downtown.

The neighborhood offers excellent dining options ranging from food trucks to established restaurants like Slows Bar BQ and Niki's Pizza. Woodward Avenue provides shopping and entertainment, while the Detroit Institute of Arts and numerous galleries showcase the city's creative culture.

Most students successfully navigate campus and surrounding areas on foot or bike. The M-1 Rail and local buses extend your reach throughout the city. While like any urban area, Midtown requires standard city awareness, the University and community actively work to maintain a safe, welcoming student environment with improved lighting and campus security presence.

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Other Housing Near University of Detroit Mercy

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Studio One Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 2008 · 124 units
3.0(16)
B-
5.7 mi from campus

Studio One Apartments is a 124-unit apartment community located at 4501 Woodward Ave in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.7 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 2008, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, business center, dog park, bike storage, and in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwasher, and balcony patios.

Location DReputation B-Amenities A+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBike StorageBusiness CenterCable Tv+37 more

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

Detroit, MI · Built 1913 · 103 units
4.0(27)
B-
6.2 mi from campus

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit is a 103-unit apartment community located at 40 Davenport St in Detroit, approximately 6.2 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1913, the property offers fully furnished units with amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens, high-speed internet, fitness center, laundry facilities, and controlled gated access.

Location DReputation B+Amenities A-
Air ConditioningCeiling FansLoungeGatedDishwasherElevator+17 more

The Scott at Brush Park - Luxury Apartments in Detroit

Detroit, MI · Built 2016 · 200 units
4.0(58)
B-
6.4 mi from campus

The Scott at Brush Park is a 200-unit apartment community located at 3150 Woodward Ave in Detroit, built in 2016. The property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies/patios, a clubhouse, coffee bar, bike storage, and a convenience store on-site. It is situated 6.4 miles from University of Detroit Mercy.

Location DReputation B+Amenities A+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageCable Tv+48 more

The Corner

Detroit, MI · Built 2019 · 111 units
4.0(17)
B-
6.8 mi from campus

The Corner is a 111-unit apartment community built in 2019 located at 1620 Michigan Ave in Detroit, approximately 6.8 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Units feature full kitchens with granite countertops, in-unit washer/dryer, air conditioning, and high-speed internet. The community offers 24-hour maintenance and fitness facilities, controlled access entry, and an elevator.

Location DReputation B+Amenities A
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioGatedDishwasher+20 more

The Kales Building

Detroit, MI · Built 2004 · 117 units
4.0(25)
B-
7.0 mi from campus

The Kales Building is a 117-unit apartment community located at 76 W Adams Ave in Detroit, approximately 7 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 2004, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, along with in-unit features such as full kitchens, dishwashers, and air conditioning. Additional amenities include bike storage, car wash services, cable TV, community lounge, controlled access, and elevator access.

Location DReputation B+Amenities A+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBike StorageCable TvCar Wash+34 more

DuCharme Place

Detroit, MI · Built 2017 · 185 units
4.0(30)
B-
7.6 mi from campus

DuCharme Place is a 185-unit apartment community built in 2017 located at 1544 E Lafayette St in Detroit, MI, approximately 7.6 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The community offers amenities including a fitness center, full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, controlled access, EV charging stations, and outdoor spaces such as a courtyard with BBQ grill and bike storage.

Location DReputation B+Amenities A
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageCar WashLounge+21 more

Union at Midtown

Detroit, MI · Built 2010 · 81 units
3.0(29)
C+
5.5 mi from campus

Union at Midtown is an 81-unit student housing community built in 2010, located at 4830 Cass Ave in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.5 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The property features fully furnished units with full kitchens, in-unit amenities including dishwashers and garbage disposals, and building-wide facilities such as a 24-hour fitness center, business center, clubhouse, and community lounge.

Location DReputation B-Amenities A
24hr FitnessBusiness CenterCarpetClubhouseLoungeGated+22 more

Westwill Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 1930 · 60 units
3.0(27)
C+
5.8 mi from campus

Westwill Apartments is a 60-unit apartment community located at 640 W Willis St in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.8 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1930, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness access, full kitchens with granite countertops and hardwood floors, high-speed internet, and controlled access entry.

Location DReputation B-Amenities A+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningCable TvLoungeGated+26 more

Philip Houze Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 1918 · 86 units
3.0(18)
C+
7.1 mi from campus

Philip Houze Apartments is a 86-unit apartment community located at 415 Clifford St in Detroit, MI, approximately 7.1 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1918, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, fitness center, business center, full kitchens, and controlled access gated entry. Units feature appliances such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, and ceiling fans, with building amenities including an elevator, community lounge, and courtyard.

Location DReputation B-Amenities A+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBusiness CenterCable TvCeiling FansLounge+26 more

Town Residences

Detroit, MI · Built 1920 · 312 units
3.0(57)
C+
7.1 mi from campus

Town Residences is a 312-unit apartment community located at 1511 1st St in Detroit, MI, approximately 7.1 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1920, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, full kitchens with granite countertops, controlled access, and a doorman concierge service.

Location DReputation B-Amenities A+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBike StorageCable Tv+30 more

Volunteers of America Oak Village Square and Independence House

Detroit, MI · Built 1998 · 75 units
3.0(4)
C+
2.6 mi from campus

Volunteers of America Oak Village Square and Independence House is an apartment community in Detroit, Michigan, located 2.6 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The property contains 75 units built in 1998 and features amenities including air conditioning, heating, full kitchens with range ovens, and wheelchair accessible facilities.

Location C+Reputation BAmenities D
Air ConditioningFull KitchenHeatingRange OvenWheelchair Accessible

University Club Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 1993 · 120 units
3.0(31)
C
5.5 mi from campus

University Club Apartments is a 120-unit apartment community located at 4707 Anthony Wayne Dr in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.5 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1993, the property offers in-unit amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, in-unit washer/dryer, hardwood floors, and heating and air conditioning. Additional community features include 24-hour fitness facilities, high-speed internet, cable TV, balcony patios, and a dog park.

Location DReputation B-Amenities B
24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioCable TvDishwasherDog Park+13 more

Sugar Hill Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 2022 · 68 units
C
5.8 mi from campus

Sugar Hill Apartments is a 68-unit apartment community built in 2022 located at 119 Garfield St in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.7 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The community offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, in-unit washer/dryer, fitness center, business center, gated access, and bike storage. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, granite countertops, high ceilings, and the property is situated near public transit.

Location DReputation B-Amenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBike StorageBusiness CenterCable TvCourtyard+15 more

Capitol Park Lofts

Detroit, MI · Built 1912 · 63 units
3.0(16)
C
7.3 mi from campus

Capitol Park Lofts is a 63-unit apartment community located at 1145 Griswold St in Detroit, MI, approximately 7.3 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1912, the property features in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a rooftop deck. Additional amenities include controlled access, elevator service, nearby transit access, and online payment options.

Location DReputation B-Amenities C+
BBQ AreaGatedElevatorFull KitchenGranite CountersHeating+9 more

Lafayette Towers

Detroit, MI · Built 1963 · 584 units
2.0(47)
C
7.5 mi from campus

Lafayette Towers is a 584-unit apartment community located at 1301 Orleans St in Detroit, MI, approximately 7.5 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1963, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, fitness center, garage parking, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and on-site management. Additional features include bike storage, community lounge, controlled access, dishwasher, elevator, garbage disposal, package lockers, and picnic area.

Location DReputation CAmenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBike StorageLoungeGatedDishwasher+15 more

Midtown Detroit Apartments-Phillips Manor

Detroit, MI · Built 1913 · 43 units
4.0(17)
C
5.9 mi from campus

Midtown Detroit Apartments-Phillips Manor is a 43-unit apartment community located at 47 E Willis St in Detroit, approximately 5.9 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1913, the property features hardwood floors, a courtyard, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and smoke-free units with standard appliances and walk-in closets.

Location DReputation B+Amenities C-
CourtyardFireplaceHardwood FloorsHeatingInternetLaundry+5 more

Henry Ford Hospital Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 1976 · 170 units
3.0(19)
C
4.1 mi from campus

Henry Ford Hospital Apartments is a 170-unit apartment community located at 1350 W Bethune St in Detroit, MI, approximately 4.1 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1976, the property offers furnished units with a range oven, refrigerator, garbage disposal, and access to laundry facilities and high-speed internet. The community maintains a smoke-free environment.

Location C-Reputation B-Amenities D
Garbage DisposalInternetLaundryRange OvenRefrigeratorSmoke Free

The Finn Midtown

Detroit, MI · Built 1922 · 30 units
2.0(20)
C
5.9 mi from campus

The Finn Midtown is a 30-unit apartment community located at 678 Selden St in Detroit, approximately 5.9 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1922, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, high-speed internet, a fitness center, full kitchens with granite countertops, and laundry facilities. Units feature hardwood floors, dishwashers, elevators, and controlled access.

Location DReputation CAmenities B+
Air ConditioningBike StorageCable TvGatedDishwasherElevator+15 more

Anthony Wayne Drive Apartments

Detroit, MI
4.0(29)
C
5.2 mi from campus

Anthony Wayne Drive Apartments is located at 5235 Anthony Wayne Dr in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.2 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. This student housing property offers residential accommodations designed for students seeking off-campus living options in the Detroit area.

Location DReputation B+Amenities D-

The Boulevard

Detroit, MI
4.00
C
4.4 mi from campus

The Boulevard is an apartment community located at 2911 W Grand Blvd in Detroit, MI, approximately 4.4 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The property offers apartment-style housing suitable for students seeking off-campus accommodations in the Detroit area.

Location C-Reputation BAmenities D-

Strathmore Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 2016 · 129 units
3.0(31)
C-
5.9 mi from campus

Strathmore Apartments is a 129-unit apartment community built in 2016, located at 70 W Alexandrine St in Detroit, approximately 5.9 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The property features a fitness center, granite countertops, online payment options, and is pet friendly.

Location DReputation B-Amenities D
Fitness CenterGranite CountersOnline PaymentsPet Friendly

Woodward West

Detroit, MI · Built 2022 · 204 units
3.0(27)
C-
6.3 mi from campus

Woodward West is a 204-unit apartment community built in 2022 located at 3439 Woodward Ave in Detroit, approximately 6.3 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Units feature full kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, in-unit washer dryers, walk-in closets, and large windows. Community amenities include a fitness center, movie theater, dog park, bike storage, community lounge, and smart lock entry.

Location DReputation B-Amenities C-
Bike StorageLoungeDog ParkFitness CenterFull KitchenGranite Counters+6 more

New Center Plaza Apartments

Detroit, MI
2.0(15)
C-
4.1 mi from campus

New Center Plaza Apartments is located at 675 Seward Ave in Detroit, MI, approximately 4.1 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The community features laundry facilities for resident use.

Location C-Reputation CAmenities D-
Laundry

The Isabelle

Detroit, MI
3.0(19)
C-
5.1 mi from campus

The Isabelle is an apartment community located at 51 W Palmer Ave in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.1 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The property offers student housing options in the Detroit area.

Location DReputation B-Amenities D-

Towers Residential Suites

Detroit, MI
4.0(19)
C-
5.2 mi from campus

Towers Residential Suites is located at 655 W Kirby St in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.2 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. This student housing property offers residential suites for students seeking off-campus accommodation in the Detroit area.

Location DReputation B+Amenities D-

Thompson Home

Detroit, MI
C-
5.6 mi from campus

Thompson Home is a student housing property located at 4756 Cass Ave in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.6 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. The residence offers accommodation for students seeking housing near the campus area.

Location DReputation B-Amenities D-

University Tower

Detroit, MI · Built 1995 · 295 units
3.0(22)
C-
5.7 mi from campus

University Tower is an apartment community with 295 units located at 4500 Cass Ave in Detroit, MI, approximately 5.7 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1995, the property features air conditioning, elevator access, and wheelchair accessibility throughout the building.

Location DReputation B-Amenities D
Air ConditioningElevatorWheelchair Accessible

Brainard Apartments

Detroit, MI · Built 1915 · 45 units
3.0(25)
C-
6.1 mi from campus

Brainard Apartments is a 45-unit apartment community located at 484 Brainard St in Detroit, MI, approximately 6.1 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1915, the property features on-site laundry facilities for resident use.

Location DReputation B-Amenities D-
Laundry

The Brentwood

Detroit, MI · Built 1943 · 38 units
2.0(25)
D+
5.7 mi from campus

The Brentwood is a 38-unit apartment community located at 487 Prentis St in Detroit, approximately 5.7 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 1943, the property features hardwood floors, granite countertops, and in-unit amenities including dishwashers and microwaves. Residents have access to bike storage, laundry facilities, controlled access entry, and on-site management, with pet-friendly policies available.

Location DReputation CAmenities D+
Bike StorageCable TvGatedDishwasherGranite CountersHardwood Floors+4 more

The Residences At City Modern

Detroit, MI · Built 2021 · 149 units
2.0(12)
D+
6.6 mi from campus

The Residences At City Modern is a 149-unit apartment community located at 440 Alfred St in Detroit, approximately 6.6 miles from University of Detroit Mercy. Built in 2021, the property features in-unit washer dryer, a fitness center, courtyard, and laundry facilities.

Location DReputation C+Amenities D
CourtyardFitness CenterW/D In UnitLaundry
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