Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $715 (46 Rentals)

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28Grand
$1,070 - $1,390

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Base Rent$1,070 - $1,390
Total Monthly Price$1,070 - $1,390
Studio Apartments Available Nov 15

28Grand

28 W Grand River AveDetroit, MI 48226
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Chene Park Commons
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Chene Park Commons

2001 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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Elmwood Tower
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Elmwood Tower

1325 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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Regency Place

1941 Chene CtDetroit, MI 48207
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East Central, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Alden Towers priced from $715. Parkview Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $734. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alden TowersStudioStudio, 1BA$715
Parkview Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$734
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsStudio / One Bathroom ($795)Studio, 1BA$795
The Hamilton Midtown DetroitMicro StudioStudio, 1BA$800
Pasadena ApartmentsST/1BStudio, 1BA$849
EastpointeEastpointe 3 Studio 1 BathroomStudio, 1BA$865
City Place DetroitStudio ApartmentStudio, 1BA$900
The BarlumStudioStudio, 1BA$905
Lafayette TowersFillmoreStudio, 1BA$911
The PavilionLafayetteStudio, 1BA$928

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, MI

As of September 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.45 price per square foot Brownstone - 2/2 Model at River Place in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the CPH - Penthouse Model at The Millie on Brush in the Necklace District neighborhood starting at $2,000 with a $1.63 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River PlaceBrownstone - 2/22BR, 2BA$1.45
The Millie on BrushCPH - Penthouse2BR, 2BA$1.63
Palms EastOne Bedroom Balcony1BR, 1BA$1.69
Beach Club DetroitStudioStudio, 1BA$1.52
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935)1BR, 1BA$1.56
Lafayette TowersFillmoreStudio, 1BA$1.60
City Club Apartments Lafayette ParkA31BR, 1BA$1.96
Pasadena ApartmentsST/1BStudio, 1BA$1.70
City Place DetroitRenovated StudioStudio, 1BA$2.08
Parkview Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$1.70

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including East Central, Detroit, and the greater Detroit area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Central?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Central is under $928.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Central?

The cheapest apartment in East Central is Parkview Senior Apartments which is listed at $786, while the average apartment in East Central costs $1,682.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Central?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in East Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Central?

Cheap apartments in East Central have an average cost of $325 which is $1,357 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Central.

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