Cheap Homes for Rent in CBD Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (7 Rentals)

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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 Heather Hall priced from $790. New Cadillac Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable CBD apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$790
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsStudio / One Bathroom ($795)Studio,1BA$795
PalmsStudio A3Studio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in CBD, MI

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the CBD area is the $1.71 price per square foot 1408-Branch Lofts - 2 Bed Renovated Model at Branch Lofts in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $2,049. The second greatest value CBD apartment is the 743 Beaubien St Model at 743 Beaubien St, Unit 303 starting at $1,545 with a $1.40 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Branch Lofts1408-Branch Lofts - 2 Bed Renovated2BR,1BA$1.71
743 Beaubien St, Unit 303743 Beaubien St1BR,1BA$1.40
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MITwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.57
The Claridge Apartments1bed/ 1bath1BR,1BA$1.36
Jean RivardThe Ottowa1BR,1BA$1.42
The Millie on BrushAd - Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.88
Lafayette TowersCobo1BR,1BA$1.43
Palms EastBalcony1BR,1BA$1.69
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935)1BR,1BA$1.56
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.72

Frequently Asked Questions about CBD

What type of rentals are currently available in CBD?

There are currently 165 Apartments for Rent in CBD, MI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $23,700. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in CBD ranging from $1,200 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in CBD?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in CBD ranges from $1,200 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,554.

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