Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Dearborn Heights Neighborhood of Dearborn Heights, MI from $300 (9 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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Middlebelt Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Middlebelt Apartments

1289 Middlebelt RdInkster, MI 48141
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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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South Dearborn Heights, Dearborn Heights, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Dearborn Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Dearborn Heights area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Heatherwood Apartments priced from $825. Oxford Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable South Dearborn Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heatherwood ApartmentsWelcome to our beautiful apartment community lo...1BR,1BA$825
Oxford VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Taylor Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Dearborn Heights, MI

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South 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 South 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 South 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
Taylor Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Wade ManorHerbert1BR,1BA$1.47
Oxford VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Cherry Hill Manor ApartmentsGlenwood1BR,1BA$1.41
West Garden ApartmentsOne Bedroom Renovated-NC1BR,1BA$1.44
FairlaneFL11BR,1BA$1.41
Heatherwood ApartmentsWelcome to our beautiful apartment community lo...1BR,1BA$1.27
Westminster Park ApartmentsThe Thames1BR,1BA$1.57

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South Dearborn Heights, Dearborn Heights, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Dearborn Heights Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Dearborn Heights?

The cheapest apartment in South Dearborn Heights is Heatherwood Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in South Dearborn Heights costs $1,387.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Dearborn Heights?

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 7 regular apartments in South Dearborn Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Dearborn Heights?

Cheap apartments in South Dearborn Heights have an average cost of $184 which is $1,203 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Dearborn Heights.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.