Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (28 Rentals)

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12775 Plymouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12775 Plymouth Rd

12775 Plymouth RdDetroit, MI 48227
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Gardenview Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gardenview Estates

16910 Gardenview CirDetroit, MI 48228
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Petoskey Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Petoskey Place

11501 Petoskey AveDetroit, MI 48204
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Regency Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

9601 Greenfield RdDetroit, MI 48227
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13000 Plymouth Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

13000 Plymouth Rd

13000 Plymouth RdDetroit, MI 48227
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14825 Joy Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

14825 Joy Rd

14825 Joy RdDetroit, MI 48228
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Kirkwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kirkwood Apartments

6055 Southfield FwyDetroit, MI 48228
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West Warren Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Warren Apartments

10131 W Warren AveDearborn, MI 48126
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West Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Detroit, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Ironwood Quadplex priced from $900. GoodHomes Detroit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ironwood Quadplex2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$900
GoodHomes DetroitStudioStudio,1BA$915
Ramblewood Apartments1BR/ 1BA1BR,1BA$995
River OaksROB2BR,1BA$1,120
Fairlane Meadow Apartments and TownhomesJasmine1BR,1BA$1,125
Allegria VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,329
Fairlane Town Center Apartment HomesThe Landmark (A3THc)1BR,1BA$1,647
Springwells Park2 BED 1.5 BATH PARK2BR,1BA$1,785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.55 price per square foot 3 BED 1 BATH VILLAGE Model at Springwells Park in the in the Warrendale neighborhood starting from $1,870. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the The Landmark (A3THc) Model at Fairlane Town Center Apartment Homes starting at $1,647 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Warrendale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Springwells Park3 BED 1 BATH VILLAGE3BR,1BA$1.55
Fairlane Town Center Apartment HomesThe Landmark (A3THc)1BR,1.5BA$1.56
Ironwood Quadplex2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
River OaksROB2BR,1BA$1.32
Ramblewood Apartments1BR/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.42
Fairlane Meadow Apartments and TownhomesJasmine1BR,1BA$1.90
GoodHomes Detroit1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Side, Detroit, MI

Ranked #123

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
West Side, Detroit, MI

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Getting Around the West Side Neighborhood in Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Side is at GoodHomes Detroit listed at $915.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $995 at Ramblewood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Side is starting from $900 at Ironwood Quadplex.

What is the most affordable West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springwells Park and starts from $1,860.

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