
Low Income Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI Under $900 (23 Rentals)


Cathedral Arts Apartments

Hazelwood Apartments

New Center Commons

55+ Friendship Meadows (Senior Housing)

Parkview Senior Apartments
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Heather Hall

The Barbara

Pilgrim Meadows

Majestic Apartments

River Crest

Chene Park Commons

Pablo Davis Senior Living Center
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Village Park Apartments

Cove on 10 - Warren, MI

Manchester Place Apartments

Center Line Park Tower Senior 62+

Ferndale Park Co-op Senior Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments
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City Hall Artist Lofts

Dearborn Town Center Senior
Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,280 | $456 | $3,175 |
Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $410 | $4,995 |
Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $457 | $8,320 |
Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $525 | $8,589 |
Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $790 | $3,500 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Detroit?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Detroit is at Manchester Place Apartments listed at $410.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Detroit Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Detroit is $1,159.
What is the largest Low Income Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Detroit is a 1,815 square feet unit starting from $1,695 at Elton Park Corktown Apartments.
What is the average size for Detroit Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Detroit is currently at 626 sq ft.
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