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Elmwood, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elmwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elmwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,216 | $1,950 | $2,500 |
Elmwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
Elmwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Investments LLC priced from $800. Regency Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Regency Towers | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $840 |
Manchester Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, MI
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $1.68 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at El Tovar Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
El Tovar Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Palms East | 1 Bedroom w/Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
Central Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Lafayette Towers | Fisher | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Manchester Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Elmwood Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Elmwood?
There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, MI with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,509. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmwood ranging from $1,200 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmwood ranges from $1,200 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,816.
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