Cheap Homes for Rent in St Jean Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $900 (8 Rentals)

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St Jean, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available St Jean Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the St Jean area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Alden Towers priced from $700. Eastpoint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable St Jean apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alden TowersStudioStudio,1BA$700
EastpointStudio 1 Bathroom - 1130 HolcombStudio,1BA$700
City Place DetroitStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Jean, MI

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the St Jean 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 St Jean apartment is the C Model at Waters Edge of Harbortown starting at $2,330 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Jean apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River PlaceRooftop - 3/23BR,2BA$1.68
Waters Edge of HarbortownC2BR,2BA$1.98
Van Dyke Village Apartments2B 9402BR,1BA$1.17
9340 Moffat St, Unit Apartment9340 Moffat St2BR,1BA$1.20
5266 Coplin St, Unit 5266 Coplin5266 Coplin St2BR,1BA$1.26
The Jefferson2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.30
Capitol Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83
The Coe at West VillageThe FordStudio ,1BA$1.67
City Place DetroitRenovated StudioStudio ,1BA$2.08
EastpointStudio 1 Bathroom - 1160 HolcombStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about St Jean

What type of rentals are currently available in St Jean?

There are currently 89 Apartments for Rent in St Jean, MI with pricing that ranges from $682 to $3,790. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St Jean ranging from $900 to $2,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St Jean?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St Jean ranges from $900 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,722.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St Jean?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St Jean range from $1,100 to $3,790, 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 $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,414.

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