Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Belle Isle Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (34 Rentals)

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North One Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

North One Apartments

1401 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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Don Juan Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Don Juan Apartments

1141-1151 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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Jefferson Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Square

541 Dickerson StDetroit, MI 48215
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Islandview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Islandview Apartments

445 Field StDetroit, MI 48214
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8330 On The River - 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8330 On The River - 62+

8330 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
Senior Living
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Hibbard Tower
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hibbard Tower

8905 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1780 Van Dyke
1 Bedroom Apartments

1780 Van Dyke

1780 Van DykeDetroit, MI 48214
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550 Parkview
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Parkview

550-560 Parkview DrDetroit, MI 48214
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Wilner's Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wilner's Arms

133 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207

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Belle Isle, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Belle Isle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Belle Isle area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at El Tovar Apartments priced from $645. Eastpoint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Belle Isle apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
El Tovar ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$645
EastpointStudio 1 Bathroom - 1130 HolcombStudio,1BA$700
Parker House ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$895
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$934
The Jefferson1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$939
City Club Apartments Lafayette ParkA4 Aff1BR,1BA$965
Alden Towers1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,000
703 Parker StParker #31BR,1BA$1,000
Owen Park ApartmentsSingle1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belle Isle, MI

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Belle Isle area is the $1.68 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Belle Isle apartment is the Model2A Model at Jennings Senior Living starting at $934 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belle Isle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River PlaceRooftop - 3/23BR,2BA$1.68
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$0.88
2973 Harding St, Unit 29772973 Harding St2BR,1BA$0.78
Van Dyke Village Apartments2B 9402BR,1BA$1.17
Beach Club Detroit1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1.25
860 Beaconsfield Ave860 Beaconsfield Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
Owen Park ApartmentsDouble2BR,1BA$1.44
Grayhaven Marina VillageThe Spinnaker Apartment1BR,1BA$1.69
Alden Towers1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
El Tovar ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.43

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan and customized analysis for Eastern Detroit. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Belle Isle Neighborhood in Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belle Isle Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Belle Isle?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Belle Isle is under $1,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Belle Isle?

The cheapest apartment in Belle Isle is Eastpoint which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Belle Isle costs $2,607.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Belle Isle?

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 18 regular apartments in Belle Isle 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 Belle Isle?

Cheap apartments in Belle Isle have an average cost of $149 which is $2,458 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Belle Isle.

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