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Detroit, MI 48227
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Detroit, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Detroit, MI

Pricing Updated: 02/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Detroit, MI area range in price from $400 to $13,000 with an overall median price of $2,340. The three Detroit neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Barton at $685, Mackenzie at $685, and Rosedale at $695. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Detroit Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Barton$685$68511
Mackenzie$685$68511
Rosedale$845$695204
Poletown$900$90014
State Fair$900$90039
Westwood Park$900$695238
Downtown Redford$900$695108
Redford Livonia$900$695108
The Eye$925$92511
Old Redford$936$70094

Cheapest Available Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Strathmore Apartments in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood priced from $425. 2023 Tuxedo St in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Detroit apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Strathmore Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$425
2023 Tuxedo StStudio1BR,1BA$595
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621
Top of the Drive ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
The AbingtonOne-Bedroom with Island1BR,1BA$635
Seward ManorStudio StandardStudio,1BA$650
EDINGER APARTMENTSEdinger StudioStudio,1BA$655
Anthos GardensAffordable Eastside Detroit 1 Bed Ready to Go1BR,1BA$665
Southgate Apartments - Southgate, MIThe SuperiorStudio,1BA$675
Alden TowersStudioStudio,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Detroit area is the $0.51 price per square foot 1989 Pasadena St Model at 1989 Pasadena St, Unit 1989 Pasadena in the in the Fitzgerald neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Detroit apartment is the 3324 Webb St Model at 3324 Webb St, Unit 2 starting at $1,350 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1989 Pasadena St, Unit 1989 Pasadena1989 Pasadena St3BR,1BA$0.51
3324 Webb St, Unit 23324 Webb St3BR,1BA$0.82
2972 Webb St, Unit Webb Lower2972 Webb St3BR,1.5BA$0.61
The OxleyGarden 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.86
Highland ManorThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.88
3286 W Euclid St, Unit Down3286 W Euclid St2BR,1BA$0.81
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$0.88
E Outer Drive Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.88
3000 Glynn Ct, Unit 13000 Glynn Ct1BR,1BA$0.88
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.73

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Detroit Overview

The crown jewel of the great state of Michigan, Detroit is truly a unique and dynamic city with a long and proud history. A working class hub known as much for its automobile industry heritage as its long pedigree of rock-n-roll, the 'motor city' likes its collars blue and its nightlife red hot.

Why live in Detroit, MI?

From the vast history that practically drips from each and every stately building to the still-active rock club stages that have birthed everyone from Iggy Pop to the White Stripes, Detroit's cultural impact is undeniable. Its residents are a proud and stately bunch, and the area's long history with the automobile industry has made Detroit a city where generations of families have dubbed it home.

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Getting Around Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Detroit Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Detroit?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Detroit is at Top of the Drive Apartments listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Apartment is $425 at The Strathmore Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is starting from $755 at Center Line Park Tower Senior 62+.

What is the most affordable Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Renaissance Village and starts from $984.

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