Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dearborn Neighborhood of Dearborn, MI from $400 (17 Rentals)

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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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Guinan Building
Studio Apartments

Guinan Building

13350 Leonard StDearborn, MI 48126
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Leonard Apartments
Studio Apartments

Leonard Apartments

4096 Calhoun StDearborn, MI 48126
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17790 Palmer ST
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

17790 Palmer ST

17790 Palmer StMelvindale, MI 48122

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14825 Joy Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

14825 Joy Rd

14825 Joy RdDetroit, MI 48228
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Springwells Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Springwells Village

8634-8640 Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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Downtown Dearborn, Dearborn, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Dearborn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Dearborn area of Dearborn, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Dearborn Town Center Senior priced from $621. Huron River Dearborn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dearborn apartments for rent in Dearborn, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621
Huron River DearbornUpgraded Studio1BR,1BA$795
Melvindale SquareStandard 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$795
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Fairlane Meadow Apartments and TownhomesJasmine1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dearborn, MI

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dearborn area is the $1.31 price per square foot Townhome Model at Fairlane East in the in the Fairlane neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Downtown Dearborn apartment is the Kingston Premium Model at Lake Village of Fairlane starting at $1,499 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the East Dearborn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Dearborn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairlane EastTownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.31
Lake Village of FairlaneKingston Premium2BR,2BA$1.33
2050 Sharon St, Unit 20502050 Sharon St2BR,1BA$1.00
Melvindale SquareUpgraded 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Huron River DearbornUpgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11
4225 Jonathon StBungalow - Lower Level2BR,1BA$2.33
Springwells Park2 BED 1 BATH VILLAGE APT2BR,1BA$1.69
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Fairlane Meadow Apartments and TownhomesJasmine1BR,1BA$1.85

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Dearborn, Dearborn, MI

Ranked #13

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Dearborn, Dearborn, and the greater Dearborn area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown Dearborn Neighborhood in Dearborn, MI

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Dearborn Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Dearborn?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Dearborn is Dearborn Town Center Senior which is listed at $621, while the average apartment in Downtown Dearborn costs $1,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 4 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Dearborn?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Dearborn have an average cost of $176 which is $1,724 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Dearborn.

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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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.

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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.