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Owen Park Apartments

The Atrium Apartments

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Bethune Lofts

Westwill Apartments Midtown

Jean Rivard

The Broderick Tower (MCI)

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The Baxter Apartments

Sherwood Heights

20460 Griggs St
Exploring Metro Detroit: A Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Rental Guide
Looking for an apartment near Detroit? Our local expert guides you through 12 of Metro Detroit's best communities across four distinct corridors to help you find the perfect fit.

Prince Hall

Lafayette West Apartments

Central Park

3685 Bedford St, Unit #2

The Claridge Apartments

The Ashley

Palms East

River Place

Brush Watson

Washington Park Apartments
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Elaine Lofts

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11327 Littlefield St

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The Lofts on Mack

Van Dyke Village Apartments

Cathedral Arts Apartments

Brainard Flats

Fyfe Apartments

The Brooke on Bagley

Grayhaven Marina Village

The Amsterdam Lofts
Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers
Explore the best residential neighborhoods and apartment options near major employers like GM, Ford, Stellantis, Rocket Companies, and Corewell Health. Find your perfect Motor City home.

Eddystone

Capitol Park Lofts

The Millie on Brush

Riverfront Towers

eXchange Apartments

RCI Covington Townhouses

Detroit Savings Bank

Village Park Apartments

The Kales Building

CBD Detroit Apartments
The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Local's Look Under the Hood
Moving to Detroit? Get the local breakdown on affordable rental options, easy commutes, and how to navigate the People Mover and Q-Line downtown.

The Lofts of Merchants Row

The Murray

The Albert - Capitol Park

The Farwell

The Boulevard

Orleans Landing

The Residences Water Square

330 Westminster St

Plymouth Green Apartments

14027 Montrose St
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,146 | $475 | $3,150 |
| Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $445 | $5,240 |
| Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $875 | $6,499 |
| Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $795 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Detroit Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Detroit?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Detroit is under $660.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Detroit?
The cheapest apartment in Detroit is New Center Commons which is listed at $605, while the average apartment in Detroit costs $2,423.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Detroit?
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 2,689 regular apartments in Detroit 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 Detroit?
Cheap apartments in Detroit have an average cost of $464 which is $1,959 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Detroit.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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.

The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown
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 and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers
Written by: Tim Brown
The auto industry remains the largest employment sector in the Motor City and surrounding communities, though the metro area has a significant presence in other sectors, including medical and financial services.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.