Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (154 Rentals)

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3288 Rosa Parks Blvd
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3288 Rosa Parks Blvd

Detroit, MI 48238
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Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Strathmore Apartments priced from $425. 71 Garfield St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Downtown Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Strathmore Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$425
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$700
Elmwood TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Villa Lante ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Pasadena ApartmentsST/1B1BR,1BA$800
The Hamilton Midtown DetroitMicro StudioStudio,1BA$825
The RinaldoStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$845
Wabash FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Regency TowersStudio AStudio,1BA$875
Devenir District- 439 SeldenStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Detroit, MI

As of February 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Detroit 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 Downtown Detroit apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Westwill Apartments starting at $1,580 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2369 17th St, Unit A2369 17th St2BR,2BA$0.93
Westwill ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Lafayette TowersMasonic2BR,2BA$1.21
El Tovar Apartments2 bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.41
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Jean RivardThe Quarter1BR,1BA$1.40
3960 Grand River Ave, Unit # 33960 Grand River Ave1BR,1BA$1.20
Sheridan Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Elmwood TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.40

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan, including Detroit. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Detroit Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Detroit?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Detroit is at 71 Garfield St listed at $700.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Detroit is starting from $1,025 at Corktown Ash Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 71 Garfield St and starts from $1,400.

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