
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Side area of Detroit.


Village Park Apartments

8330 On The River - 62+

3178 Canton St, Unit Mackinaw

5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West
Check Out Detroit’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Detroit and the best places to live with original content written by our Detroit, MI Local Expert Tim Brown
East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Side Studio Apartments | $1,460 | $682 | $1,850 |
East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $707 | $1,250 |
East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $800 | $1,850 |
East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,200 | $1,632 |
East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $1,100 | $1,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
See all Apartments in DetroitExplore Detroit
East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide
- Nearby Detroit neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol Manor Apartments priced from $925. Shelborne Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $928. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
---|---|---|---|
Capitol Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Shelborne Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Jennings Senior Living | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $934 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI
As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $0.88 price per square foot Model2A Model at Jennings Senior Living in the in the Gold Coast neighborhood starting from $934. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 5304 Mitchell St Model at 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
---|---|---|---|
Jennings Senior Living | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Shelborne Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
3176 Canton St, Unit 3 | 3176 Canton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Elaine Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
703 Parker St | Parker #1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
3178 Canton St, Unit Mackinaw | 3178 Canton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Capitol Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Detroit, MI
Ranked #129
Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Side Neighborhood in Detroit, MI
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 East Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side is at Elaine Lofts listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment is $925 at Capitol Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side is starting from $934 at Jennings Senior Living.
What is the most affordable East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,200.
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.

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.

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.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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.