Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dearborn, MI from $400 (64 Rentals)

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Brady Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brady Apartments

624-640 S Brady StDearborn, MI 48124
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West Warren Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Warren Apartments

10131 W Warren AveDearborn, MI 48126
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Leonard Apartments
Studio Apartments

Leonard Apartments

4096 Calhoun StDearborn, MI 48126
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Guinan Building
Studio Apartments

Guinan Building

13350 Leonard StDearborn, MI 48126
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Normandy Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Normandy Apartments

24320 Michigan AveDearborn, MI 48124
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property at 8955 Otsego St

$475 - $1,000

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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8955 Otsego St

DetroitMI48204

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Central Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Central Apartments

2625 Central StDetroit, MI 48209
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12775 Plymouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12775 Plymouth Rd

12775 Plymouth RdDetroit, MI 48227
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Royal Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Park Apartments

7146 Harding StTaylor, MI 48180
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Gardenview Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gardenview Estates

16910 Gardenview CirDetroit, MI 48228
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Regency Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

9601 Greenfield RdDetroit, MI 48227
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17790 Palmer ST
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

17790 Palmer ST

17790 Palmer StMelvindale, MI 48122
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7121 W Vernor Hwy
1 Bedroom Apartments

7121 W Vernor Hwy

7121 W Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Dearborn, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dearborn, MI

Pricing Updated: 01/19/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Dearborn, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dearborn Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Springwells$1,300$8351
Woodbridge$1,695$89922
Downtown Dearborn$1,947$51356

Cheapest Available Dearborn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dearborn, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Dearborn Town Center Senior in the East Dearborn neighborhood priced from $621. 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 apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621
Franklin Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$646
Heatherwood ApartmentsWelcome to our beautiful apartment community lo...1BR,1BA$825
Huron River DearbornUpgraded+ Studio1BR,1BA$845
Dearborn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Dearborn WestAspen1BR,1BA$875
Oxford VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dearborn, MI

As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dearborn 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 apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 12200 Cheyenne St starting at $1,100 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Aviation neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dearborn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hamlin Place EstatesPremium Marquis3BR,2BA$1.19
12200 Cheyenne St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Huron River Dearborn1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Grant & Main - 10343 Crocuslawn St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.06
10303 Morley St, Unit 2nd Floor10303 Morley St1BR,1BA$0.89
Z on Pardee1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.25
Oxford VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
7464 Southfield Fwy, Unit 74607464 Southfield Fwy2BR,1BA$1.27
Franklin Village Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$1.10
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99

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

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dearborn Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Dearborn?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dearborn is under $880.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dearborn?

The cheapest apartment in Dearborn is Dearborn Town Center Senior which is listed at $621, while the average apartment in Dearborn costs $1,647.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dearborn?

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 6 regular apartments in Dearborn 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 Dearborn?

Cheap apartments in Dearborn have an average cost of $596 which is $1,051 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dearborn.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

Written by: Tim Brown

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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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

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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 and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

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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

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!