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9200 W Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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2215 Lansing StDetroit, MI 48209
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512-514 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48216
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2135 Hubbard StDetroit, MI 48209
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Park Plaza Apartments
1201 Fort StLincoln Park, MI 48146
3444-3412 12th St
EcorseMI48229
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1369 Fort StLincoln Park, MI 48146
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116 E Great Lakes St
River RougeMI48218
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River RougeMI48218
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90 Catherine StRiver Rouge, MI 48218
90 Catherine St
River RougeMI48218
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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 | $1,063 | $799 | $1,395 |
| Southwest Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $675 | $2,000 |
| Southwest Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $790 | $2,400 |
| Southwest Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,200 | $2,335 |
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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. The Barbara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
| The Barbara | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Wabash Flats | Corktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 90 Catherine St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Mavor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Melvindale Square | Upgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Park Apartments | The Ventnor | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Kiwanian Senior Community | One Bedroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Detroit, MI
As of April 21, 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 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Hortensia Townhomes starting at $1,795 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit 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 |
| Hortensia Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 2215 Lansing St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Baker Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 7348 Gartner St | 7348 Gartner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Lake Village of Fairlane | Covington 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Park Apartments | The Ventnor | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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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 $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Detroit?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Detroit is 90 Catherine St which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in Southwest Detroit costs $1,997.
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 3 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 $252 which is $1,745 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Detroit.
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