
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dearborn Neighborhood of Dearborn, MI from $400 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Dearborn area of Dearborn.


Dearborn Town Center Senior

Huron River Dearborn

6225 Middlesex St
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10071 Joy Rd

Pablo Davis Senior Living Center

8880 Rutherford St
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17650 Palmer St, Unit One story building
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Downtown Dearborn, Dearborn, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Dearborn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dearborn Studio Apartments | $795 | $482 | $1,012 |
| Downtown Dearborn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $513 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Dearborn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $741 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Dearborn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $1,300 | $4,817 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Dearborn Neighborhood of Dearborn, MI.
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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 $745. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dearborn apartments for rent in Dearborn, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $621 |
| Huron River Dearborn | Upgraded Studio | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Melvindale Square | Upgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Fairlane Meadow Apartments and Townhomes | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dearborn, MI
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dearborn area is the $2.32 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Allegria Village in the in the Warrendale neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Downtown Dearborn apartment is the Upgraded 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Melvindale Square starting at $945 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Roycroft neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Dearborn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegria Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Melvindale Square | Upgraded 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Huron River Dearborn | Upgraded+ Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Lake Village of Fairlane | Amhurst 1st Floor Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 17650 Palmer St, Unit One story building | 17650 Palmer St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Springwells Park | 1 BED 1 BATH FOXBORO | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Fairlane Meadow Apartments and Townhomes | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Dearborn, Dearborn, MI
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3.5Pet 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!
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 $1,925.
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 $166 which is $1,759 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Dearborn.
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