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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $700 (12 Rentals)
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Mavor Apartments
2135 Hubbard StDetroit, MI 48209
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641 Brainard StDetroit, MI 48201
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Roberts III Apartments
3901 Grand River AveDetroit, MI 48208
3288 Rosa Parks Blvd
DetroitMI48238
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Brainard
484 Brainard StDetroit, MI 48201
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Corktown Ash Apartments
1533 Ash StDetroit, MI 48208
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6326 Vinewood
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Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Core City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core City Studio Apartments | $934 | $825 | $1,450 |
| Core City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $925 | $1,800 |
| Core City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $790 | $1,680 |
| Core City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Core City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Core City area of Detroit, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at 2215 Lansing St priced from $790. The Barbara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Core City apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2215 Lansing St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| The Barbara | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Wabash Flats | Corktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Core City area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Trumbull Terrace in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Core City apartment is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at The Murray starting at $1,500 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Core City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trumbull Terrace | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 2215 Lansing St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Bethune Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 4848 Commonwealth St, Unit 3 | 4848 Commonwealth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Sheridan Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
| The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
| Wabash Flats | Corktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu... | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Barbara | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCore City, Detroit, MI
Ranked #64
Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Core City Neighborhood in Detroit, MI
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
51 / 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 Core City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Core City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Core City is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Core City?
The cheapest apartment in Core City is The Barbara which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Core City costs $1,213.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Core City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Core City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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