Cheap Homes for Rent in West Side Neighborhood of Franklin, MI from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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West Side, Franklin, 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 Regal Towers priced from $779. Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $788. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Regal Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$779
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$788
The Alcove SouthfieldS1Studio,1BA$895

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 $1.20 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Corner Place in the in the Fries Park neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the Andrew Model at The Crossroads At Southfield Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the West Side 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.
Corner PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
The Crossroads At Southfield ApartmentsAndrew1BR,1BA$1.21
Willow Tree ApartmentsWillow Tree Brookhaven2BR,2BA$1.29
Franklin River Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.34
Cambridge SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Pine Aire1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
The PinesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Philamer1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.32
Regal Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Side

What type of rentals are currently available in West Side?

There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $745 to $13,000. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side ranging from $1,200 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side ranges from $1,200 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,365.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Side range from $1,280 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,650 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,171 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,210.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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