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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Gourmet kitchens
  • Spacious studio
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • Patios and balconies
  • Rooftop swimming pool
  • Private, covered parking

Location

1544 E Lafayette St, Detroit, MI 48207, USA|Downtown Detroit
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DuCharme Place Apartments

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(586) 302-3365

Property Overview

DuCharme Place Apartments stands out for its strong overall value, high-quality amenities, and convenient location, with an 8.3 expert rating supported by excellent scores for price, amenities, and trustworthiness. Highlights include gourmet kitchens, spacious studios, a state-of-the-art fitness center, rooftop swimming pool, patios and balconies, and private covered parking, along with a walkable, lively area that’s great for pets and socializing.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, DuCharme Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, DuCharme Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Balcony

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

A2Studio1 bath674 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableLeasing Manager
B11 bed1 bath744 sqft$1,640–$1,690 /mo2 units available
B31 bed1 bath780 sqft$1,675–$1,785 /mo3 units available
B21 bed1 bath796 sqft$1,685–$2,515 /mo6 units available
C12 bed1 bath897 sqft$1,825 /mo1 unit available
C22 bed2 bath1,017 sqft$2,120–$2,255 /mo6 units availabledid not sign lease- no call no show for move in
C32 bed2 bath1,056 sqft$2,135–$2,185 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for DuCharme Place Apartments

Apartment Amenities

4th FloorBalcony
Corner ApartmentFireplace
FurnishedPark View
PatioSouthern Exposure
ViewWalk-in Closet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Units185

About DuCharme Place Apartments

HomeApartments in DetroitDowntown Detroit DuCharme Place Apartments

Ask about our $500 Hometown Hero Special! Call today! *Restrictions Apply! Live within walking distance to Downtown Detroit. DuCharme Place is the perfect community for those looking to experience a city lifestyle. Conveniently situated just minutes from the heart of downtown, you will be sure to enjoy gourmet restaurants, an amazing variety of entertainment and all the shopping and sightseeing the Motor City has to offer! With all-things Detroit at your fingertips, your weekends will be filled with trips to Greektown, catching a ball game at Comerica Park, attending a concert or sporting event at Little Caesars Arena, shopping at the Eastern Market, or even getting lost at the DIA. Our community was designed with you in mind to ensure you’re able to enjoy yourself no matter where you go. Equipped with a state-of-the-art fitness center, sparkling rooftop swimming pool and entertainment room, making a life you love has never been easier. You’ll feel right at home with our private, covered parking, secluded outdoor terrace, dry cleaning services, planned social activities and so much more. Boasting spacious studio, one and two-bedroom open floor plans, there is a layout that fits your needs! Our apartment homes also offer gourmet kitchens, patios and balconies to make entertaining a breeze. You won’t have to make this move alone - bring your furry friend as we are pet friendly!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, DuCharme Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, DuCharme Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated DuCharme Place Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
DuCharme Place Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
DuCharme Place Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, DuCharme Place Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
DuCharme Place Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While DuCharme Place Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

DuCharme Place Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 232 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How DuCharme Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 314 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 196 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Fireplace
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.6 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 0.6 miles away

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Rent trends in Downtown Detroit

Studio apartments at DuCharme Place Apartments cost about 45% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Detroit.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Detroit.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at DuCharme Place Apartments to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Detroit.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Downtown Detroit
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$995
November 2024$1,007
December 2024$1,014
January 2025$1,080
February 2025$1,102
March 2025$1,010
April 2025$997
May 2025$999
June 2025$1,044
July 2025$995
August 2025$971
September 2025$917
October 2025$899
November 2025$926
December 2025$953
January 2026$960
February 2026$945
March 2026$963
April 2026$976
May 2026$947
June 2026$939
July 2026$927
August 2026$916
September 2026$932
October 2026$935
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,365
November 2024$1,343
December 2024$1,371
January 2025$1,377
February 2025$1,472
March 2025$1,326
April 2025$1,192
May 2025$1,250
June 2025$1,142
July 2025$1,106
August 2025$1,004
September 2025$990
October 2025$974
November 2025$995
December 2025$991
January 2026$997
February 2026$1,009
March 2026$1,035
April 2026$1,035
May 2026$1,035
June 2026$1,035
July 2026$1,035
August 2026$1,058
September 2026$1,060
October 2026$1,035

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$60,000/yr

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Schools near DuCharme Place Apartments

Bunche Preparatory Academy

2715 macomb st

detroit, MI, 48207

PK, K-8Public
C-

Spain Elementary-Middle School

3700 beaubien st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C-

Moses Field School

1100 sheridan st

detroit, MI, 48214

PK, K-8Public
B+

Edmonson Montessori

1300 w canfield st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C

Nichols Elementary-Middle School

3000 burns st

detroit, MI, 48214

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Detroit near 1544 E Lafayette St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1544 E Lafayette St, Detroit

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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