Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dearborn Heights, MI from $300 (15 Rentals)

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Cherry Hill Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Hill Square

213 S Henry Ruff RdInkster, MI 48141
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Royal Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Park Apartments

7146 Harding StTaylor, MI 48180
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Louis Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Louis Apartments

20520 Plymouth RdDetroit, MI 48228
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Dolphin Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dolphin Gardens

12850 Dolphin StDetroit, MI 48223
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Brady Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brady Apartments

624-640 S Brady StDearborn, MI 48124
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Normandy Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Normandy Apartments

24320 Michigan AveDearborn, MI 48124
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Dearborn Heights, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dearborn Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dearborn Heights, MI is a Studio unit found at Top of the Drive Apartments in the North Rosedale Park neighborhood priced from $625. Franklin Village Apartments in the Warrendale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $646. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dearborn Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Top of the Drive ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Franklin Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$646
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Western Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$745
FairlaneFL11BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dearborn Heights, MI and Nearby

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dearborn Heights area is the $1.19 price per square foot Premium Marquis Model at Hamlin Place Estates in the in the Merriman neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Dearborn Heights apartment is the Twin Arbor Model at Heritage Glen Townhomes starting at $1,150 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the South Dearborn Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dearborn Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hamlin Place EstatesPremium Marquis3BR,2BA$1.19
Heritage Glen TownhomesTwin Arbor2BR,1.5BA$0.96
Chicago TownhomesChicago Townhomes - 209212BR,1BA$0.95
Redford Square Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Western Heights ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04
Z on Pardee1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.25
Oxford VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Heatherwood ApartmentsWelcome to our beautiful apartment community lo...1BR,1BA$1.27
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Top of the Drive ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.25

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Getting Around Dearborn Heights, MI

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dearborn Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dearborn Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dearborn Heights is at Top of the Drive Apartments listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dearborn Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dearborn Heights Apartment is $646 at Franklin Village Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dearborn Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dearborn Heights is starting from $743 at Franklin Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable Dearborn Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dearborn Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heritage Glen Townhomes and starts from $1,375.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.