Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,800 (3 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center Detroit, MI

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center Detroit area is the $1.83 price per square foot 3bed/2.5bath Penthouse Model at The Claridge Apartments in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value City Center Detroit apartment is the The Crest Model at Elliott Building, LLC starting at $3,650 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Claridge Apartments3bed/2.5bath Penthouse3BR,2.5BA$1.83
Elliott Building, LLCThe Crest2BR,2.5BA$2.12
The Millie on BrushC3PH - Penthouse2BR,2BA$1.73
Detroit Savings BankX021BR,1BA$2.17
The Lofts of Merchants RowA04 - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.31
Fyfe ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.15
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935)1BR,1BA$1.56
Philip HouzeStudioStudio ,1BA$2.04
Town ResidencesS14Studio ,1BA$2.18
Briggs HouzeStudioStudio ,1BA$2.29

Frequently Asked Questions about City Center Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in City Center Detroit?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in City Center Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $10,276. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center Detroit ranging from $1,875 to $4,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Center Detroit?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center Detroit ranges from $1,875 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,775.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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