The Detroit metropolitan area, often referred to as metro Detroit, is the metropolitan area located in southeastern Michigan, centered on the city of Detroit. As the home of the 'Big Three' American automakers (General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler), it is the world's traditional automotive center and a key pillar of the U.S. economy. Detroit apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Detroit apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.