Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (14 Rentals)

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3288 Rosa Parks Blvd
$9752 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

3288 Rosa Parks Blvd

Detroit, MI 48238
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University Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

University Meadows

4500 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
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4535 Commonwealth St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4535 Commonwealth St

4535 Commonwealth StDetroit, MI 48208

Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Core City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Core City area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at The Rinaldo priced from $845. Wabash Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Core City apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RinaldoStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$845
Wabash FlatsCorktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu...Studio,1BA$850
The BarbaraStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$895
Bethune LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Sheridan CourtStudioStudio,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI

As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Core City area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2369 17th St Model at 2369 17th St, Unit A in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Core City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bethune Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Core City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2369 17th St, Unit A2369 17th St2BR,2BA$0.93
Bethune Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.88
Manning Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.72
Sheridan Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.16
Wabash FlatsCorktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu...Studio ,1BA$1.89
The BarbaraStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.16
The RinaldoStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Core City, Detroit, MI

Ranked #83

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Core City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Core City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Core City is at The Rinaldo listed at $845.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Core City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Core City Apartment is $1,000 at Manning Manor.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Core City is starting from $995 at The Rinaldo.

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