
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $900 (17 Rentals)
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8288 Badger St

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East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,127 | $900 | $1,450 |
East Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,449 | $1,200 | $2,250 |
East Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,513 | $1,350 | $1,800 |
East Side 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,780 | $1,550 | $2,100 |
East Side 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 |
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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 |
703 Parker St | Parker #3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Elaine Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.42 price per square foot 8331 Medbury St Model at 8331 Medbury St in the in the Ravendale neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the Model2A Model at Jennings Senior Living starting at $934 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Gold Coast 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. |
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8331 Medbury St | 8331 Medbury St | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Jennings Senior Living | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
2282 Belvidere St, Unit 201 Belvidere | 2282 Belvidere St | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
9340 Moffat St, Unit Apartment | 9340 Moffat St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Shelborne Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Elaine Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Capitol Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
703 Parker St | Parker #3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side
What type of rentals are currently available in East Side?
There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $682 to $1,850. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side ranging from $900 to $2,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Side?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side ranges from $900 to $2,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,493.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Side?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Side range from $1,171 to $1,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,550.
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