Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (16 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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Learn about Detroit and the best places to live with original content written by our Detroit, MI Local Expert Tim Brown

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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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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 1 Bed unit found at 13000 Plymouth Rd priced from $800. Ironwood Quadplex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
13000 Plymouth Rd1-bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Ironwood Quadplex2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$900
Romarta Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$980
GoodHomes DetroitStudioStudio,1BA$985
Ramblewood Apartments1BR/ 1BA1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.04 price per square foot 8542 Ironwood St Model at 8542 Ironwood St, Unit 8548 in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Ironwood Quadplex starting at $900 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit 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.
8542 Ironwood St, Unit 85488542 Ironwood St2BR,1BA$1.04
Ironwood Quadplex2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
River OaksROB2BR,1BA$1.38
Romarta Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Ramblewood Apartments1BR/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.42
Springwells Park1 BED 1 BATH GEORGE1BR,1BA$1.86
Fairlane Town Center Apartment HomesThe Park (Ac)1BR,1BA$2.22
Fairlane Meadow Apartments and TownhomesJasmine1BR,1BA$1.90
13000 Plymouth Rd1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45
GoodHomes Detroit1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Side, Detroit, MI

Ranked #91

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Side?

The cheapest apartment in West Side is 13000 Plymouth Rd which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in West Side costs $1,945.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Side?

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 8 regular apartments in West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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