
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the CBD Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (63 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the CBD area of Detroit.


The Amo

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Lafayette Towers

Town Residences

City Place Detroit

Philip Houze

The Charlotte

The Pavilion

Jean Rivard
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28Grand

The Broderick Tower (MCI)

The Farwell

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Detroit Savings Bank

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The Stott

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The Residences at City Modern

Orleans Landing

Elliott Building R

The Albert - Capitol Park

The Residences Water Square

Heather Hall
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Residences at 150 Bagley

1575 Cherboneau Pl

1515 Cherboneau Pl

Security Trust Lofts

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit

524 Pitt St W
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CBD, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in CBD?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBD Studio Apartments | $1,235 | $660 | $2,475 |
| CBD 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $750 | $5,240 |
| CBD 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,741 | $1,315 | $9,445 |
| CBD 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,106 | $2,600 | $7,290 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the CBD Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available CBD Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the CBD area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Henry Street Apartments priced from $660. Heather Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable CBD apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $660 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | Studio / One Bathroom ($795) | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| The Amo | The Clifford | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Charlotte | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| The Pavilion | Antietam | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 28Grand | Unit C | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Royal Windsor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| University Ave Apartments Windsor | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in CBD, MI
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the CBD area is the $2.08 price per square foot Diamond Jefferson Model at The Pavilion in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $2,367. The second greatest value CBD apartment is the C2 Model at DuCharme Place Apartments starting at $2,050 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for CBD apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion | Diamond Jefferson | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| DuCharme Place Apartments | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Henry Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Millie on Brush | Ad - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Claridge Apartments | 1bed/ 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Millwood Place Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Central Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap CBD Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in CBD?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in CBD is at Henry Street Apartments listed at $660.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom CBD Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom CBD Apartment is $900 at Heather Hall.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom CBD Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in CBD is starting from $1,425 at Central Park.
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