
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifford Heights Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $800 (31 Rentals)
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404 Virginia Ave, Unit Apt 5

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Amber on 11

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit Top Level

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The Aldor

Center Street Place
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Amber Crossing

324 E 3rd St, Unit 3

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602 W 3rd St, Unit 1

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit LowerLevel

2055 Browning St

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit Fully Furnished Lower Level

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Farnum Apartments
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1550 Shevlin St

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601 W 4th St

1820 Taylor Ave

2186 Garfield St

Oakland

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Carriage House
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11 Mile Flats

Hudson Park Apartments

409 E 6th St

Legacy on Oakland

Metropolitan Lafayette Flats

330 Oakland Avenue

27096 Hampden St
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1820 Taylor Ave

Sixth Street Lofts

830 Knowles St
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 | $1,451 | $1,095 | $2,285 |
| Clifford Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,050 | $4,995 |
| Clifford Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,553 | $1,595 | $6,731 |
| Clifford Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,321 | $1,575 | $6,499 |
| Clifford Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,369 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Clifford Heights Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 $895. 1500 E 10 Mile Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Clifford Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 11 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1500 E 10 Mile Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Amber on 11 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Aldor | The Aldor - Studio w/ Juliet Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Center Street Place | 1 Bedroom, Open Concept | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Metropolitan Lafayette Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Sixth Street Lofts | Sixth Street Lofts - 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifford Heights, MI
As of June 10, 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 C2 Two Bedroom Model at Flats at Iron Ridge starting at $2,904 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Woodland Park 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 |
| Flats at Iron Ridge | C2 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Sixth Street Lofts | Sixth Street Lofts - 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Metropolitan Lafayette Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| 1500 E 10 Mile Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Center Street Place | 1 Bedroom, Open Concept | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 11 | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
| 404 Virginia Ave, Unit Apt 5 | 404 Virginia Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleClifford Heights, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clifford Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clifford Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clifford Heights is at Virginia Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clifford Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clifford Heights Apartment is $1,050 at 1500 E 10 Mile Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clifford Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clifford Heights is starting from $1,400 at 330 Oakland Avenue.
What is the most affordable Clifford Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clifford Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amber Crossing and starts from $2,395.
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