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Trumbull Terrace
4434-4444 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $700 (18 Rentals)
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4535 Commonwealth St
4535 Commonwealth StDetroit, MI 48208
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Roberts III Apartments
3901 Grand River AveDetroit, MI 48208
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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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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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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $941 | $941 | $941 |
| Core City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,057 | $1,057 | $1,057 |
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Cheapest Available Core City Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 4535 Commonwealth St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Trumbull Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Core City area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Trumbull Terrace in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Core City apartment is the 4844 Commonwealth St Model at 4844 Commonwealth St, Unit UB starting at $1,245 with a $1.66 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Trumbull Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 4844 Commonwealth St, Unit UB | 4844 Commonwealth St | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 4848 Commonwealth St, Unit 4 | 4848 Commonwealth St | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 4535 Commonwealth St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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