Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $700 (48 Rentals)

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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 Eastpoint priced from $700. New Cadillac Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
EastpointStudio 1 Bathroom - 1130 HolcombStudio,1BA$700
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsStudio / One Bathroom ($795)Studio,1BA$795
Town ResidencesS3Studio,1BA$800
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio,1BA$800
Lafayette TowersHartStudio,1BA$824
CBD Detroit ApartmentsStudio Affordable Program Nn-AFFStudio,1BA$825
Regency TowersStudio AStudio,1BA$850
City Place DetroitStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$900
The PavilionLafayetteStudio,1BA$939
The Jefferson1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$939

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, MI

As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.68 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 2100 Trumbull - Full Loft Model at Elton Park Corktown Apartments starting at $1,520 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. 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 PlaceRooftop - 3/23BR,2BA$1.68
Elton Park Corktown Apartments2100 Trumbull - Full LoftStudio ,1BA$1.36
The Millie on BrushBp - Premium2BR,1BA$1.75
Trumbull Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.82
Palms EastBalcony1BR,1BA$1.69
Alden Towers1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Central ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.58
Elmwood TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
New Cadillac Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935)1BR,1BA$1.56
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Central, Detroit, MI

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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!

Getting Around the East Central Neighborhood in Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

74 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $939.

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

The cheapest apartment in East Central is Eastpoint which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in East Central costs $3,414.

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 9 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 $176 which is $3,238 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Central.

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