
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Dearborn Neighborhood of Dearborn, MI from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Oxford Village

23919 Oxford St

4700 Curtis St

Springwells Park

2045 N Elizabeth St

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The Oakwood Manor Apartments

6885 Mettetal St

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Oakwood Apartments

Outer Drive Manor Apartments

Flats of Inkster

GoodHomes Detroit

5650 Pardee Ave

Z on Pardee
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25911 Michigan Ave

Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI

Cherry Hill Manor Apartments

123 Terri Dr W

The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI

Ava Dearborn Heights

181 Terri Dr

26341 Stanford St

Carriage Hill Apartments - Dearborn Heights, MI
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23700 W Warren Ave

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6040 Polk St

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7419 Rutherford St

7466 W Parkway St

7600 Pierson St
West Dearborn, Dearborn, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Dearborn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Dearborn Studio Apartments | $1,299 | $850 | $2,309 |
| West Dearborn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $825 | $2,500 |
| West Dearborn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $800 | $3,600 |
| West Dearborn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $885 | $2,235 |
| West Dearborn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $912 | $795 | $1,030 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the West Dearborn Neighborhood of Dearborn, MI.
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Cheapest Available West Dearborn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Dearborn area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Heatherwood Apartments priced from $825. Dearborn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable West Dearborn apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heatherwood Apartments | Welcome to our beautiful apartment community lo... | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Dearborn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Flats of Inkster | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Z on Pardee | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Ava Dearborn Heights | The Heights Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| GoodHomes Detroit | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Springwells Park | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Dearborn, MI
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Dearborn area is the $1.39 price per square foot The Heights Master Model at Ava Dearborn Heights in the in the Warrendale neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value West Dearborn apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath - Washer/Dryer Model at Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI starting at $1,425 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the West Dearborn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Dearborn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ava Dearborn Heights | The Heights Master | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI | 2 Bed / 1 Bath - Washer/Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Z on Pardee | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Redford Square Apartments | 2 Bed/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Flats of Inkster | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Heatherwood Apartments | Welcome to our beautiful apartment community lo... | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Dearborn Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Dearborn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Dearborn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Dearborn is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Dearborn?
The cheapest apartment in West Dearborn is Heatherwood Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in West Dearborn costs $1,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 2 regular apartments in West Dearborn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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