Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $700 (14 Rentals)

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4535 Commonwealth St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4535 Commonwealth St

4535 Commonwealth StDetroit, MI 48208
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University Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

University Meadows

4500 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
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JD Baer House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

JD Baer House

4305 TrumbullDetroit, MI 48208
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Core City Estates
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Core City Estates

3540 Harrison StDetroit, MI 48208
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Riverside Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Estates

1800 Magnolia StDetroit, MI 48208
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4533 Horatio St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4533 Horatio St

4533 Horatio StDetroit, MI 48210

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2826 14th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2826 14th St

2826 14th StDetroit, MI 48216

Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Core City Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trumbull Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI

As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Core City area is the $1.81 price per square foot 4731 Trumbull Model at 4731 Trumbull, Unit 4731 Trumbull in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Core City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Trumbull Terrace starting at $1,850 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Core City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4731 Trumbull, Unit 4731 Trumbull4731 Trumbull3BR,2BA$1.81
Trumbull Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Core City, Detroit, MI

Ranked #71

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Core City Neighborhood in Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Core City Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Core City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Core City is starting from $1,850 at Trumbull Terrace.

What is the most affordable Core City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Core City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trumbull Terrace and starts from $2,250.

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