
Cheap Homes for Rent in Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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Wayne State University, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wayne State University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wayne State University 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,625 | $1,200 | $4,500 |
Wayne State University 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,762 | $1,200 | $2,200 |
Wayne State University 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bedford Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $645 |
Seward Manor | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $650 |
71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI
As of March 30, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Westwill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Hendrie Lofts & Peterboro Houses | Hendrie Lofts | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
4848 Commonwealth St, Unit 3 | 4848 Commonwealth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
The Commodore | B1 Furnished 1 Bdrm Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Devenir District- 711 W Alexandrine | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Wellesley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
Devenir District- 439 Selden | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
Seward Manor | Large Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Villa Lante Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wayne State University
What type of rentals are currently available in Wayne State University?
There are currently 286 Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI with pricing that ranges from $645 to $4,000. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wayne State University ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wayne State University?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wayne State University ranges from $1,200 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,237.
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