
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Detroit area of Detroit.


329 Randolph Av

849 Dougall Ave

363 Curry Ave

1654 Martindale St

600 Park St W
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765 Dougall Ave

765 Dougall Ave

1565 Cherboneau Pl

2914 15th St

3408 Rosa Parks Blvd
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Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Detroit?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Detroit 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,226 | $1,250 | $4,500 |
Downtown Detroit 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,105 | $750 | $4,200 |
Downtown Detroit 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,327 | $1,950 | $2,800 |
Downtown Detroit 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,182 | $595 | $2,750 |
Downtown Detroit 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $950 | $950 | $950 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Detroit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Friendship Meadows LDHA priced from $445. CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $663. Here are the most affordable Downtown Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Friendship Meadows LDHA | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $445 |
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $663 |
The Amo | The Clifford | Studio,1BA | $700 |
The Barbara | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $785 |
New Cadillac Square Apartments | Studio / One Bathroom ($795) | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Detroit, MI
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Detroit area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at The Murray in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Downtown Detroit apartment is the 1412-Branch Lofts - 2Bed - 1Bath Model at Branch Lofts starting at $1,795 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Branch Lofts | 1412-Branch Lofts - 2Bed - 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Hortensia Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
743 Beaubien St, Unit 303 | 743 Beaubien St | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
El Tovar Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Westwill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
The Commodore | Furnished 1 Bdrm Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Friendship Meadows LDHA | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Detroit
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Detroit?
There are currently 595 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $445 to $8,017. There are also 126 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Detroit ranging from $595 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Detroit?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Detroit ranges from $595 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,741.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Detroit?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Detroit range from $950 to $7,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.
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