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East Side Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Del Rio priced from $625. The Abington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $635. Here are the most affordable East Side Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Del RioStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$625
The AbingtonOne-Bedroom with Island1BR,1BA$635
Bedford ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$645
Morang Avenue Apartments11BR,1BA$650
Alden TowersStudioStudio,1BA$675
Belmont ManorStudioStudio,1BA$675
80 Seward ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$700
10960 Balfour Rd11BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Detroit, MI

As of April 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side Detroit area is the $1.06 price per square foot 506 Westminster St Model at 506 Westminster St in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value East Side Detroit apartment is the 4400 Devonshire Rd Model at 4400 Devonshire Rd, Unit 1 starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the East English Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
506 Westminster St506 Westminster St3BR,1BA$1.06
4400 Devonshire Rd, Unit 14400 Devonshire Rd2BR,1BA$1.05
4075 Seyburn St4075 Seyburn St2BR,1BA$0.74
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$0.88
5511 Somerset Ave5511 Somerset Ave2BR,1BA$1.10
Hazelwood Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.94
New Center CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00
Anthos GardensAffordable Eastside Detroit 1 Bed Ready to Go1BR,1BA$1.06
14826 Cedargrove St, Unit 14826 Cedargrove14826 Cedargrove St1BR,1BA$1.09

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side Detroit?

There are currently 820 Apartments for Rent in East Side Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $479 to $4,000. There are also 233 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side Detroit ranging from $850 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Side Detroit?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side Detroit ranges from $850 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,613.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Side Detroit?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Side Detroit range from $895 to $3,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.