Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Detroit, MI from $400 (65 Rentals)

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12775 Plymouth Rd
$605 - $825
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$605 - $825
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12775 Plymouth Rd

12775 Plymouth RdDetroit, MI 48227
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Bethune Lofts
$1,050 - $1,850
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$1,050 - $1,850
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Bethune Lofts

1800 W Bethune StDetroit, MI 48206
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  • Low Income

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The Commodore
$1,400 - $1,500
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$1,400 - $1,500
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$1,400 - $1,500
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The Commodore

677 Selden StDetroit, MI 48201
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Four Corners Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Four Corners Apartments

18615 Telegraph RdDetroit, MI 48219
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Grand Place Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Place Apartments

190 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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The Sandstone
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Sandstone

15339 Greenfield RdDetroit, MI 48227
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Bonnieview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bonnieview Apartments

23411 W 8 Mile RdDetroit, MI 48219
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Mary Jane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mary Jane Apartments

17524 3rd StDetroit, MI 48203
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73 E Palmer St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

73 E Palmer St

73 E Palmer StDetroit, MI 48202
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The Reserve at Southgate
$880 - $1,580
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$875 - $1,575
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$880 - $1,580
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Reserve at Southgate

13750 Village Green BlvdSouthgate, MI 48195
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Village on the Park
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$915 - $1,125
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$900 - $1,110
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$15
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$915 - $1,125
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Village on the Park

13210 Village Park DrSouthgate, MI 48195
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The Lakes
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$980 - $2,330
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$975 - $2,325
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$5
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$980 - $2,330
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Lakes

25500 W 12 Mile RdSouthfield, MI 48034
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The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

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Springwells Park
$1,220 - $2,135
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$1,215 - $2,130
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$1,220 - $2,135
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Springwells Park

15630 Middlebury DrDearborn, MI 48120
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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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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 $663.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Detroit?

The cheapest apartment in Detroit is Friendship Meadows LDHA which is listed at $445, while the average apartment in Detroit costs $2,361.

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 4,947 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 $395 which is $1,966 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Detroit.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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.

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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.

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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

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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.

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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.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.