
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Art Center Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (33 Rentals)
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53 Marston St

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Art Center, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Art Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Center Studio Apartments | $1,185 | $585 | $1,635 |
| Art Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $445 | $2,500 |
| Art Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $954 | $3,750 |
| Art Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,677 | $950 | $2,772 |
| Art Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $1,733 | $1,733 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Art Center Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Art Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Art Center area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Friendship Meadows LDHA priced from $445. New Center Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $585. Here are the most affordable Art Center apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendship Meadows LDHA | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $445 |
| New Center Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $585 |
| 691 Seward | New Center 1 Bed - 1 Month Free & Waived App Fe... | 1BR,1BA | $786 |
| Villa Lante Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| The Lindley | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| The Belcrest | Co-Living Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Wellesley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 4535 Commonwealth St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Art Center, MI
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Art Center area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at The Proy Apartments in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Art Center apartment is the 701 W Canfield St Model at 701 W Canfield St, Unit B2 starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Art Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Proy Apartments | 3 Bed/2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| 701 W Canfield St, Unit B2 | 701 W Canfield St | 1BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Westwill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Historic Style, Modern Comforts, Prime Location | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Friendship Meadows LDHA | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| St. Antoine Gardens | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Wellesley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
| 691 Seward | New Center 1 Bed - 1 Month Free & Waived App Fe... | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| New Center Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Woodward | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArt Center, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Art Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Art Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Art Center is at New Center Commons listed at $585.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Art Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Art Center Apartment is $445 at Friendship Meadows LDHA.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Art Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Art Center is starting from $954 at 691 Seward.
What is the most affordable Art Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Art Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Willis and starts from $1,395.
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