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Near East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near East Side area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Hibbard Tower priced from $800. Pasadena Investments LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Near East Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hibbard TowerStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$800
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio,1BA$800
Manchester ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$845
Regency TowersStudio BStudio,1BA$875
City Place DetroitStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, MI

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2BR 1BA Model at Beach Club Detroit in the in the Gold Coast neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the 8331 Medbury St Model at 8331 Medbury St starting at $1,700 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Ravendale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beach Club Detroit2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$1.16
8331 Medbury St8331 Medbury St3BR,1BA$1.42
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$0.88
2282 Belvidere St, Unit 201 Belvidere2282 Belvidere St3BR,2BA$1.45
The Claridge Apartments1bed/ 1bath1BR,1BA$1.36
El Tovar Apartments2 bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00
Owen Park ApartmentsDouble2BR,1BA$1.44
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Lafayette TowersFisher1BR,1BA$1.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near East Side

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

There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $479 to $4,100. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near East Side ranging from $900 to $4,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near East Side ranges from $900 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,760.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Near East Side range from $1,245 to $3,790, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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