1563 Waterman St
DetroitMI48209
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (31 Rentals)
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Pablo Davis Senior Living Center
9200 W Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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2215 Lansing St
2215 Lansing StDetroit, MI 48209
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The Barbara
512-514 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48216
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7342 Wykes St
DetroitMI48210
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Mavor Apartments
2135 Hubbard StDetroit, MI 48209
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Roberts III Apartments
3901 Grand River AveDetroit, MI 48208
1701 Evans St
DetroitMI48209
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Park Plaza Apartments
1201 Fort StLincoln Park, MI 48146
3444-3412 12th St
EcorseMI48229
318 Mill St
WindsorONN9C 1A7
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90 Catherine St, Unit 4
90 Catherine StRiver Rouge, MI 48218
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6037 Appoline St
DearbornMI48126
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Kiwanian Senior Community
1270 Electric AveLincoln Park, MI 48146
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1300 Electric Ave
Lincoln ParkMI48146
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Rouge Manor - Parkview - Linden Apartments
77 E Great Lakes StRiver Rouge, MI 48218
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Southwest Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $708 | $2,839 |
| Southwest Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $675 | $2,000 |
| Southwest Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $790 | $2,400 |
| Southwest Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $850 | $2,425 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Detroit Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at 2215 Lansing St priced from $790. 90 Catherine St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Southwest Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2215 Lansing St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| 90 Catherine St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Barbara | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Broderick Manor | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Junior) | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Wabash Flats | Corktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Mavor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Kiwanian Senior Community | One Bedroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Detroit, MI
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Detroit area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at The Murray in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Southwest Detroit apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Somerset Manor starting at $1,600 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Hubbard-Richard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Somerset Manor | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 2215 Lansing St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Melvindale Square | Upgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The PARK | Ventnor | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 12 Perrin St, Unit 2 | 12 Perrin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 90 Catherine St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 90 Catherine St, Unit 4 | 90 Catherine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Detroit Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Detroit?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Detroit is under $915.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Detroit?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Detroit is Broderick Manor which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Southwest Detroit costs $3,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Detroit?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Southwest Detroit that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwest Detroit?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Detroit have an average cost of $167 which is $2,933 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Detroit.
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