
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Detroit, AL from $300 (37 Rentals)
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Shadybrook Apartments

Rivergate Apartments - Columbus, MS

The Reserve

Fox Run - Columbus

Owls Den Apartments

The Reunion

Monarch Creek

Oakwood Village Apartments
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King's Creek

Embassy Court Apartments - Columbus, MS

Vintage Apartments

Richland Hills

The Franklin Apartments

Chanticleer Apartments - Columbus, MS

College Square Apartments - Columbus, MS

Canterbury Townhomes

Colony House Apartments - Columbus, MS
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Columbus Heights

The Waverly Apartments

The Meadows on Main

Village Square

199 Mustang Drive

Chateaux Holly Hills Apartments - Columbus, AL

Boggan Estates Apartments

Trace Ridge

Carnation Village
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1301 20th St N

258 Medical Dr

Winwood Manor

820 7th Ave N

419 10th St S

280 Medical Dr

116 S Child St

623 N Gloster St

1740 MS-363
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117 Herron Dr
Detroit, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Studio Apartments | $675 | $675 | $675 |
| Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $927 | $462 | $1,354 |
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $517 | $1,569 |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $900 | $1,800 |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,100 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Detroit Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Detroit, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Greenleaf Apartments priced from $517. Shadybrook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $612. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Detroit apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenleaf Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $517 |
| Shadybrook Apartments | Two-Bedoom | 2BR,1BA | $612 |
| Oakwood Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| King's Creek | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Richland Hills | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Embassy Court Apartments - Columbus, MS | 2 x 1 Flat Newly Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Vintage Apartments | 1 BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Monarch Creek | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $910 |
| The Meadows on Main | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Chateaux Holly Hills Apartments - Columbus, AL | 2x1.5 Townhome W/D Connections Newly Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Detroit, AL and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Detroit area is the $0.73 price per square foot 2x1.5 Townhome W/D Connections Newly Renovated Model at Chateaux Holly Hills Apartments - Columbus, AL in the in the Downtown Columbus MS neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Detroit apartment is the Two-Bedoom Model at Shadybrook Apartments starting at $612 with a $0.63 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateaux Holly Hills Apartments - Columbus, AL | 2x1.5 Townhome W/D Connections Newly Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.73 |
| Shadybrook Apartments | Two-Bedoom | 2BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Boggan Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Embassy Court Apartments - Columbus, MS | 2 x 1 Flat Newly Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 199 Mustang Drive | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Fox Run - Columbus | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Monarch Creek | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - A1- Standard | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Oakwood Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Greenleaf Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| King's Creek | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Detroit Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Apartment is $735 at Fox Run - Columbus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Detroit is starting from $517 at Greenleaf Apartments.
What is the most affordable Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monarch Creek and starts from $1,050.
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