Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Berkley Neighborhood of Berkley, MI from $900 (6 Rentals)

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Downtown Berkley, Berkley, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Berkley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Berkley area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+ priced from $843. Lincoln Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkley apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$843
Lincoln Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$875
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkley, MI

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkley area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes in the in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Downtown Berkley apartment is the The Drake (3BR / 1.5BA) Model at The Oaks on Lincoln starting at $1,895 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Ridgewood Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Berkley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
The Oaks on LincolnThe Drake (3BR / 1.5BA)3BR,1.5BA$1.30
Cambridge SquareTwo Bedroom Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.26
Corner PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Cranbrook Centre - Southfield, MI1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.20
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.35
Amber ApartmentsBelgium- Maplewood1BR,1BA$1.46
The Loop on GreenfieldThe Roosevelt - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Downtown Berkley, Berkley, MI

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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Berkley

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Berkley?

There are currently 135 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkley, MI with pricing that ranges from $825 to $2,599. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Berkley ranging from $950 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Berkley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Berkley ranges from $950 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,927.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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

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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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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

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Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!