
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the District Detroit Detroit, MI from $800 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the District Detroit area of Detroit.


Briggs Houze

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Philip Houze

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District Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in District Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Detroit Studio Apartments | $1,274 | $895 | $2,055 |
| District Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,095 | $4,150 |
| District Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $1,595 | $5,770 |
| District Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the District Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available District Detroit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the District Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Fyfe Apartments priced from $895. Briggs Houze has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable District Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fyfe Apartments | S2 (Studio / One Bathroom Classic) | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Briggs Houze | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 28Grand | Unit B | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| eXchange Apartments | S2af (Affordable Housing) | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Amo | The Peterboro | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in District Detroit, MI
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the District Detroit area is the $1.83 price per square foot The Herbert Model at The Ferguson in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value District Detroit apartment is the 743 Beaubien St Model at 743 Beaubien St, Unit 303 starting at $1,545 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for District Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ferguson | The Herbert | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 743 Beaubien St, Unit 303 | 743 Beaubien St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Claridge Apartments | 1bed/ 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| CBD Detroit Apartments | C2p- Premium | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| The Lofts of Merchants Row | A14 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Kales Building | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Philip Houze | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Farwell | X01-38 | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
| Fyfe Apartments | S1 (Studio / One Bathroom) | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
| Briggs Houze | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDistrict Detroit, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap District Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in District Detroit?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in District Detroit is at Fyfe Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom District Detroit Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom District Detroit Apartment is $1,095 at Fyfe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom District Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in District Detroit is starting from $1,595 at Fyfe Apartments.
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