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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Onsite laundry
  • Contemporary living
  • Gleaming hardwood floors
  • Fully renovated
  • Gated parking options

Location

675 West Willis Street, Detroit, Michigan 48201, United States|University
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Management

Silva Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(586) 434-3336 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Willis presents a highly rated rental option, achieving an impressive 8.6 overall from Zumper, bolstered by exceptional scores in amenities and location, both at 9 out of 10. Offering spacious, fully renovated apartments with contemporary features, gated parking, and onsite laundry, this property balances competitive pricing with quality living. Notably, it is conveniently located within close proximity to a top-rated elementary school, adding to its desirability.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Willis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Willis has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath757+ sqft$1,395–$1,950 /mo3 units availableBeautiful Secure entry building right on W. Willis in Midtown. Steps from Wayne State University and the DMC.

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Amenities for The Willis

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Water Sewer and Trash

Appliances

All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances

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

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Property details

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About The Willis

HomeApartments in DetroitUniversity The Willis

Live in the Heart of Midtown – Modern Comfort Meets Historic Charm Welcome to Willis Apartments, where classic architecture and contemporary living come together in one of Detroit’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Nestled in the heart of Midtown, our beautifully restored historic building offers an unbeatable location surrounded by the Detroit Medical Center, Wayne State University, the DIA, Casinos, the City Riverwalk, and some of the best dining, shopping, and nightlife in the city. Choose from spacious, fully renovated one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartments featuring modern updates, gleaming hardwood floors, and abundant natural light. Whether you're a student, professional, or just love the energy of the city, Willis Apartments offers a warm, welcoming place to call home. Amenities You'll Love: Onsite laundry Pet-friendly (cats & dogs welcome!) Off-street gated parking options available With walkable access to Wayne State, College for Creative Studies, and the M-1 Rail Line, your daily commute and weekend plans just got easier. At Willis Apartments, you're not just renting an apartment—you're joining a dynamic community in the center of it all. Schedule your tour today and experience Midtown living at its best.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Willis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Willis has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Willis
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, The Willis 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.
The Willis 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, The Willis 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.
The Willis 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·9A 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.
The Willis has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 1 highest rated

This is a beautiful building and I love my unit. I am so close to everything in Midtown. The property manager, Sherri, is very helpful and responsive. So happy to call this home!

Holly Rhodes

Holly Rhodes

Feb 23, 2023

We’re sharing just 1 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Willis is great for:

Social life

  • 217 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 49 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 67 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 The Willis compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in University

3-bedroom apartments at The Willis cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in University.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
University
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,025
January 2024$1,015
February 2024$915
March 2024$930
April 2024$899
May 2024$932
June 2024$973
July 2024$991
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$921
A table of studio rental data trends in University
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,067
January 2024$1,049
February 2024$1,025
March 2024$1,037
April 2024$1,185
May 2024$1,278
June 2024$1,256
July 2024$1,131
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$1,113

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Schools near The Willis

Spain Elementary-Middle School

3700 beaubien st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C-

Thirkell Elementary School

7724 14th st

detroit, MI, 48206

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bunche Preparatory Academy

2715 macomb st

detroit, MI, 48207

PK, K-8Public
C-

Earhart Elementary/Middle School

1000 scotten st

detroit, MI, 48209

PK, K-8Public
C-

Maybury Elementary School

4410 porter st

detroit, MI, 48209

PK, K-5Public
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 675 West Willis Street

Walking

9/10
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.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 675 West Willis Street, 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

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
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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Marcus Market
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University Food Center
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Whole Foods Market
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