Cheap Homes for Rent in Clifford Heights Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,400 (8 Rentals)

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Clifford Heights, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clifford Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clifford Heights area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Amber on 11 priced from $1,125. Farnum Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,155. Here are the most affordable Clifford Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber on 11StudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Farnum Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,155
Center Street PlaceCenter Street Place - Studio (Newly Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifford Heights, MI

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clifford Heights area is the $1.91 price per square foot D1 Three Bedroom Model at Flats at Iron Ridge in the in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $2,755. The second greatest value Clifford Heights apartment is the LiveWell 1 Bed 1 Bath FURNISHED Model at 626 E 4th St starting at $2,400 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Woodward Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clifford Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Flats at Iron RidgeD1 Three Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.91
626 E 4th StLiveWell 1 Bed 1 Bath FURNISHED1BR,1BA$2.37
The HarrisonA21BR,2BA$2.48
Legacy on Oakland2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.88
The AldorThe Aldor - 1 Bedroom w/ Juliet Balcony1BR,1BA$2.07
Metropolitan Lafayette Flats1 bedroom 1 bath Deluxe1BR,1BA$2.01
Avenue Eleven ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.92
579 N Center St, Unit #1579 N Center St1BR,1BA$2.54
Farnum Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Center Street PlaceCenter Street Place - Studio (Newly Renovated)Studio ,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clifford Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Clifford Heights?

There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in Clifford Heights, MI with pricing that ranges from $995 to $8,589. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clifford Heights ranging from $1,400 to $3,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clifford Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clifford Heights ranges from $1,400 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,225.

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