
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifford Heights Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $800 (23 Rentals)
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Avenue Eleven Apartments

The Aldor

Center Street Place

Amber Crossing

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Farnum Apartments

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579 N Center St, Unit #2
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601 W 4th St

Oakland

1500 E 10 Mile Rd

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Carriage House

11 Mile Flats
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330 Oakland Avenue

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3204 McDowell St
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1012 S Stephenson Hwy
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 | $1,607 | $1,125 | $2,297 |
| Clifford Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,295 | $4,995 |
| Clifford Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,526 | $1,595 | $6,549 |
| Clifford Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,257 | $1,575 | $6,499 |
| Clifford Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 23 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 Amber on 11 priced from $1,125. Center Street Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Clifford Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber on 11 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Center Street Place | Studio (Newly Renovated) | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| 601 W 4th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sixth Street Lofts | Sixth Street Lofts - 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifford Heights, MI
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clifford Heights area is the $1.96 price per square foot Morse Row Model at The Harrison in the in the Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $3,486. The second greatest value Clifford Heights apartment is the Townhome Model at Amber Crossing starting at $2,395 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harrison | Morse Row | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.96 |
| Amber Crossing | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Flats at Iron Ridge | C1 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Eight55 Apartments | The Lincoln | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Sixth Street Lofts | Sixth Street Lofts - 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Downtown Royal Oak | 118-120 | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Oakland | Royal Oakland - One Bedroom **Third Months Rent... | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 601 W 4th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Center Street Place | Studio (Newly Renovated) | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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 $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clifford Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Clifford Heights is Farnum Apartments which is listed at $1,405, while the average apartment in Clifford Heights costs $4,500.
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 9 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 $359 which is $4,141 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clifford Heights.
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