Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (53 Rentals)

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Mimosa Apartments
Studio Apartments

Mimosa Apartments

1360 Seward StDetroit, MI 48206
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The Barlum
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Barlum

25 E Palmer StDetroit, MI 48202
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Hancock Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hancock Court

665 W Hancock StDetroit, MI 48201
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Valson
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valson

5855 4th StDetroit, MI 48202
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The Renaud & Touraine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Renaud & Touraine

4762-4744 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48201
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University Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

University Meadows

4500 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
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The Belnord
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Belnord

324 Hendrie StDetroit, MI 48202
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The Orington
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Orington

459 Prentis StDetroit, MI 48201
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The Richmond
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Richmond

656 Lothrop RdDetroit, MI 48202
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Seward Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seward Gardens

870 Seward StDetroit, MI 48202
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The Villa Lante
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Villa Lante

663 Prentis StDetroit, MI 48201
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TheFinnMidtown
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

TheFinnMidtown

678 Selden StDetroit, MI 48201
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The Isabelle
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Isabelle

51 W PalmerDetroit, MI 48202
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Orchestra Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Orchestra Tower

3501 Woodward AveDetroit, MI 48201
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St. Antione Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

St. Antione Gardens

5203 Chrysler DrDetroit, MI 48202
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4535 Commonwealth St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4535 Commonwealth St

4535 Commonwealth StDetroit, MI 48208
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Seward LLC
Studio Apartments

Seward LLC

741 Seward StDetroit, MI 48202
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Selden Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Selden Manor

686 Selden StDetroit, MI 48201
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Forest Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Arms

4625-4647 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48201
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Wayne State University, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wayne State University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wayne State University area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Bedford Apartments priced from $645. Seward Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Wayne State University apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bedford ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$645
Seward ManorStudio StandardStudio,1BA$650
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$700
The RichmondOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$780
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$795
Villa Lante ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
The BelcrestCo-Living StudioStudio,1BA$825
The RinaldoStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$845
Devenir District- 439 SeldenStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$875
Bethune LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wayne State University area is the $1.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Westwill Apartments in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,580. The second greatest value Wayne State University apartment is the Hendrie Lofts Model at Hendrie Lofts & Peterboro Houses starting at $1,829 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Art Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wayne State University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westwill ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Hendrie Lofts & Peterboro HousesHendrie Lofts2BR,2BA$1.52
The CommodoreB1 Furnished 1 Bdrm Apt.1BR,1BA$1.52
Devenir District- 711 W Alexandrine1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.60
The RichmondOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
WellesleyStudioStudio ,1BA$1.65
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.40
Devenir District- 439 SeldenStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.79
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.73
Seward ManorLarge StudioStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Ranked #21

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Wayne State University, Detroit, and the greater Detroit area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wayne State University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Wayne State University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wayne State University is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wayne State University?

The cheapest apartment in Wayne State University is The Richmond which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in Wayne State University costs $1,839.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wayne State University?

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 1,240 regular apartments in Wayne State University 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 Wayne State University?

Cheap apartments in Wayne State University have an average cost of $420 which is $1,419 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wayne State University.

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