Cheap Homes for Rent in Core City Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (2 Rentals)

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Core City, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI

As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Core City area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Trumbull Terrace in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Core City apartment is the Type F - 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Dreamtroit starting at $2,000 with a $2.13 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trumbull Terrace3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.67
DreamtroitType F - 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.13
Corktown Ash ApartmentsLoft2BR,1BA$2.00
4844 Commonwealth St, Unit LB4844 Commonwealth St1BR,1BA$1.80
The CommodoreB1 Furnished 1 Bdrm Apt.1BR,1BA$1.52
Devenir District- 711 W Alexandrine1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.60
Mavor ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.79
Wabash FlatsCorktown Studio in clean, renovated historic bu...Studio ,1BA$1.89
The Charlotte Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Core City

What type of rentals are currently available in Core City?

There are currently 69 Apartments for Rent in Core City, MI with pricing that ranges from $835 to $2,250. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Core City ranging from $1,200 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Core City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Core City ranges from $1,200 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,309.

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