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Roberts III Apartments
3901 Grand River AveDetroit, MI 48208
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $650 (18 Rentals)
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JD Baer House
4305 TrumbullDetroit, MI 48208
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3747 Scovel Pl
3747 Scovel PlDetroit, MI 48208
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4702 Commonwealth St
4702 Commonwealth StDetroit, MI 48208
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4533 Horatio St
4533 Horatio StDetroit, MI 48210
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2826 14th St
2826 14th StDetroit, MI 48216
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Bullock-Green HDWE
2556 Michigan AveDetroit, MI 48216
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1740 W Grand Blvd
1740 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48208
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4304 Trumbull
4304 TrumbullDetroit, MI 48208
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4535 Commonwealth St
4535 Commonwealth StDetroit, MI 48208
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University Meadows
4500 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
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Freedom Place Apartments
1101 W Warren AveDetroit, MI 48201
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Core City Estates
3540 Harrison StDetroit, MI 48208
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Trumbull Terrace
4434-4444 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
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Riverside Estates
1800 Magnolia StDetroit, MI 48208
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Mildred Smith Manor II
1303 W Forest AveDetroit, MI 48201
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The Orena
2638 Rosa Parks BlvdDetroit, MI 48216
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Warren West Apartments
4100 W Warren AveDetroit, MI 48210
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Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Core City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core City Studio Apartments | $782 | $650 | $950 |
| Core City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $941 | $1,425 |
| Core City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,057 | $1,840 |
| Core City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $2,195 | $2,230 |
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Cheapest Available Core City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Core City area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Scovel Apartments priced from $650. Wabash Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Core City apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scovel Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Wabash Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| North Corktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Core City area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath Model at North Corktown Apartments in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Core City apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Scovel Apartments starting at $650 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Core City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Corktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Scovel Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
| Wabash Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Core City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Core City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Core City is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Core City?
The cheapest apartment in Core City is Wabash Flats which is listed at $1,128, while the average apartment in Core City costs $1,128.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Core City?
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 11 regular apartments in Core City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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