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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Controlled access
  • Central air conditioning
  • Closet space
  • Newer apartments

Location

641 Brainard St, Detroit, MI 48201, USA|University
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Management

KMG Prestige

Leasing office

(844) 326-5691 ext. 4616

Open 

8:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Brainard Street Apartments offers a strong overall experience, with a 7.9 rating, especially for its amenities, location, and competitive value. It features controlled access, central air conditioning, a dishwasher, and newer apartments, while also standing out for nearby public transit, walkability, and access to parks, dining, and cultural spots.

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

7.9
Very Good
Brainard Street Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2B2 bed1.5 bath1,019 sqft$982–$1,209 /mo3 units available
3B3 bed1.5 bath1,249 sqft$1,127–$1,389 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Brainard Street Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedWater

Tech

Utilities: Broadband Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Off-street parking. Please call us regarding our Parking Policy.

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max. Off-street parking. Please call us regarding our Parking Policy.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

Restrictions apply. $200 refundable deposit. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 1 cat max.

$20

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$200

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 1 dog max.

$20

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$200

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Building details

Property details

Units120
Lease terms12 months
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About Brainard Street Apartments

HomeApartments in DetroitUniversity Brainard Street Apartments

Located in the MIDTOWN DISTRICT Built in 2004, these newer apartments have many updated features including extra large floor plans, central air conditioning, 1 1/2 baths, a dishwasher and lots of closet space. Each building has controlled access.


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Brainard Street Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Brainard Street Apartments
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Brainard Street Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in University. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Brainard Street 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, Brainard Street 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.
Brainard Street 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 Brainard Street 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·7A 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.
Brainard Street Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Brainard Street Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 57 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 242 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 47 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 118 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 internet service provider option nearby

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 Brainard Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 151 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 69 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in University

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Brainard Street Apartments to be 45% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in University.

3-bedroom apartments at Brainard Street Apartments cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in University.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
University
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$988
August 2024$982
September 2024$960
October 2024$993
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
A table of studio rental data trends in University
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,130
August 2024$1,078
September 2024$1,113
October 2024$1,086
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,157
January 2025$1,152
February 2025$1,151
March 2025$1,080
April 2025$1,312
May 2025$1,377
June 2025$1,376
July 2025$1,289
August 2025$1,115
September 2025$1,095
October 2025$1,117
November 2025$1,117
December 2025$1,100
January 2026$1,100
February 2026$1,119
March 2026$1,206
April 2026$1,200
May 2026$1,226
June 2026$1,162

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 641 Brainard St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$39,280/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,280 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $982.
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Schools near Brainard Street Apartments

Edmonson Montessori

1300 w canfield st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C

Spain Elementary-Middle School

3700 beaubien st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bunche Preparatory Academy

2715 macomb st

detroit, MI, 48207

PK, K-8Public
C-

Thirkell Elementary School

7724 14th st

detroit, MI, 48206

PK, K-8Public
C-

Earhart Elementary/Middle School

1000 scotten st

detroit, MI, 48209

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

University | Detroit, MI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Detroit near 641 Brainard St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 641 Brainard St, Detroit

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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Midtown Market
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Whole Foods Market
115 Mack Ave
Marcus Market
4614 2nd Ave
Brush Park Bodega
2671 Brush St
University Food Center
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