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property at 18331 W Chicago

$1,050 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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18331 W Chicago

DetroitMI48228

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property at 22700 Garrison St

$1,100 - $1,275

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

22700 Garrison St

DearbornMI48124
property at 6811 Minock St

$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6811 Minock St

DetroitMI48228

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property at 29518 Joy Rd

$1,275

2 Bedroom Rentals

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29518 Joy Rd

LivoniaMI48150

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Dearborn Heights, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dearborn Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dearborn Heights, MI is a Studio unit found at The Redford Apartments in the South Redford neighborhood priced from $699. Stanley Manor Apartments in the Warrendale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dearborn Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Redford ApartmentsRedford Apartments - Studio *AVAILABLE NOW*Studio,1BA$699
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Western Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$745
Franklin Village Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$823
Heatherwood ApartmentsWelcome to our beautiful apartment community lo...1BR,1BA$825
Dearborn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Dearborn WestAspen1BR,1BA$875
Chicago TownhomesChicago Townhomes - 209352BR,1BA$900
Huntington on the HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dearborn Heights, MI

As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dearborn Heights area is the $1.15 price per square foot Premium Marquis Model at Hamlin Place Estates in the in the Merriman neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Dearborn Heights apartment is the Twin Arbor Model at Heritage Glen Townhomes starting at $1,195 with a $1.00 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$1.15
Heritage Glen TownhomesTwin Arbor2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Wade ManorBrenda2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Chicago TownhomesChicago Townhomes - 209212BR,1BA$0.95
Parklane Townhouses2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Western Heights ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04
The Flats of Inkster2BL2BR,1BA$1.10
Z on Pardee1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.25
Franklin Village Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$1.21
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Dearborn Heights, MI
Population: 55,616

Ranked #689

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dearborn Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Dearborn Heights?

There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in Dearborn Heights, MI with pricing that ranges from $655 to $4,350. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dearborn Heights ranging from $875 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dearborn Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dearborn Heights ranges from $875 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,678.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dearborn Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dearborn Heights range from $885 to $2,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $805.

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.

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