
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chene Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (67 Rentals)
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5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west

The Belcrest

The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis

Brentwood

The Barlum

Westwill Apartments Midtown

5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West

Genesis Villas

The Alexandrine
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92 E Forest Ave

Prince Hall

1119 Custer St, Unit apartment 202

223 E Ferry St, Unit 103

The Lindley

3478 Ludden St

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Elaine Lofts

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The Lofts on Mack

73 E Palmer St, Unit 104

223 E Ferry St, Unit 201
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658 W Forest Ave, Unit 3

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

Piquette Flats

University Club

The Auburn

73 E Palmer St, Unit B1

272 Hendrie St

506 E Kirby St

Hancock Court

The Renaud & Touraine
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The Belnord

Phillips Manor Apartments

71 Garfield St

The Villa Lante

Devenir District- 439 Selden

The Orington

Medical Center Courts

The Isabelle

Newberry Hall
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Milwaukee Junction

St. Antoine Gardens

The Willis

634 Selden St

Milwaukee Park Lofts

406 West St

404 West St

Hadley Hall Apartments

Strathmore Apartments

Devenir District- 711 W Alexandrine
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Chene, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chene?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chene Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $663 | $1,525 |
| Chene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $445 | $2,500 |
| Chene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $700 | $2,340 |
| Chene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $1,171 | $1,450 |
| Chene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chene Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Chene Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chene area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS priced from $663. The Belcrest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $783. Here are the most affordable Chene apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $663 |
| The Belcrest | Studio Co-Living | Studio,1BA | $783 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | The Mack | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Isabelle | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 92 E Forest Ave | Studio-Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Lindley | Lindley-Studio (01) | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Cameron Court | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chene, MI
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chene area is the $1.27 price per square foot Market Rent 2 Bed Model at Palmer Court Apartments in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,603. The second greatest value Chene apartment is the Full 2x2 Apartment Model at Union at Midtown starting at $2,050 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chene apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Court Apartments | Market Rent 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Union at Midtown | Full 2x2 Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | The Canfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Cameron Court | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Willis | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| University Club | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west | 5300 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Hancock | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChene, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chene Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chene?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chene is under $1,240.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chene?
The cheapest apartment in Chene is Westwill Apartments Midtown which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Chene costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chene?
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 6 regular apartments in Chene that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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