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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • On-site laundry
  • Free wifi
  • Modern amenities
  • Stainless appliances
  • Recently renovated

Location

479 W Willis St, Detroit, MI 48201, USA|University
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Management

333 Marshall Apartments

Leasing office

(248) 221-1684

Property Overview

The Lindley presents a strong overall package, receiving a 9.1 out of 10 expert rating, underscoring its appeal to renters. With competitive pricing and top-notch amenities, it garners perfect scores for amenities and showcases a prime downtown location rated 9 out of 10. Additionally, the property boasts a strong sense of community supported by numerous nearby social venues, diverse age groups, and pet-friendly features, enhancing its desirability for potential residents.

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

9.1
Excellent
The Lindley is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Lindley-Studio (02)Studio1 bath350 sqft$1,099 /mo1 unit availableThe Lindley’s modern amenities paired with its lively social vibe and downtown location, provides residents with a unique, urban living experience. Located in Midtown between 2nd and Cass. Walking distance to Shinola, Jolly Pumpkin, Avalon Bakery, Kittab Cafe, Slows BBQ, Mad Nice and so much more. The Lindley offers spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments and features a PET FRIEDNLY environment, free WIFI, parking, and more! Recently renovated with stainless appliance, loft like features of brick walls, high ceilings, exposed ductwork. With convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment, The Lindley is the perfect place to call your new home!

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Amenities for The Lindley

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningQuartz Countertops

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove
Garbage DisposalMicrowave
OvenRange
Refrigerator/FreezerStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKCentral AC & Heat
Dogs OKFree Onsite Laundry
Onsite Laundry
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 
Limit1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units28
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About The Lindley

HomeApartments in DetroitUniversity The Lindley

The Lindley’s modern amenities paired with its lively social vibe and desirable location, provides residents with a unique, urban living experience. Located in the heart of Midtown Detroit, The Lindley offers spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments and features a PET FRIEDNLY environment, parking, on-site laundry, and more! With convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment, The Lindley is the perfect place to call your new home!


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
The Lindley is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Lindley
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.
The Lindley 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·10A 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 Lindley stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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 Lindley 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 Lindley 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.

The Lindley is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • 184 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 42 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 201 mixed-use spaces 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 The Lindley compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in University

studio apartments at The Lindley cost about 0% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in University.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
University
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,000
October 2023$1,022
November 2023$1,025
December 2023$1,029
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$944
A table of studio rental data trends in University
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,121
October 2023$1,133
November 2023$1,049
December 2023$1,063
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$1,097

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 479 W Willis St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,099.
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Schools near The Lindley

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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Getting around Detroit near 479 W Willis St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample 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 479 W Willis St, Detroit

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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