
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifford Heights Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $800 (32 Rentals)
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Avenue Eleven Apartments

Center Street Place

The Aldor

Amber Crossing

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit LowerLevel, Unit LowerLevel

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Farnum Apartments

319 W Parent Ave
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601 W 4th St

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133 Curry Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

1550 Shevlin St

Royal Oakland Apartments (Better Livin LLC)

903 E Lincoln Ave

Flats at Iron Ridge

The Roy
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Carriage House

11 Mile Flats

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Legacy on Oakland

330 Oakland Avenue

842 E 10 Mile Rd
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2200 Brockton Ave

523 N Main St

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Station 3 Lofts

830 Knowles St

3340 Edgeworth St
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Clifford Heights, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clifford Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford Heights Studio Apartments | $1,560 | $1,125 | $2,262 |
| Clifford Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,250 | $4,995 |
| Clifford Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $1,500 | $6,533 |
| Clifford Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,058 | $1,675 | $6,499 |
| Clifford Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,965 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Clifford Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clifford Heights area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Virginia Apartments priced from $1,095. Amber on 11 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Clifford Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 5 | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Amber on 11 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Center Street Place | Center Street Place - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Aldor | The Aldor - Studio w/ Juliet Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| 601 W 4th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Royal Oakland Apartments (Better Livin LLC) | Royal Oakland - One Bedroom **Third Months Rent... | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Flats at Iron Ridge | A1 Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifford Heights, MI
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clifford Heights area is the $1.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Amber Crossing in the in the Woodward Heights neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Clifford Heights apartment is the The Holiday Model at Eight55 Apartments starting at $2,508 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clifford Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Crossing | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Eight55 Apartments | The Holiday | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 739 S Alexander Ave, Unit LowerLevel | 739 S Alexander Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Royal Oakland Apartments (Better Livin LLC) | Royal Oakland - One Bedroom **Third Months Rent... | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 601 W 4th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Flats at Iron Ridge | A1 Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 5 | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Center Street Place | Center Street Place - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clifford Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clifford Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clifford Heights is under $1,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clifford Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Clifford Heights is Center Street Place which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Clifford Heights costs $7,965.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clifford Heights?
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 10 regular apartments in Clifford Heights 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 Clifford Heights?
Cheap apartments in Clifford Heights have an average cost of $521 which is $7,444 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clifford Heights.
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