
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the East Central Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (36 Rentals)
Apartments in the East Central area of Detroit with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Eddystone

Woodward West

Piquette Flats

The Lofts on Mack

Brainard Flats

The Brooke on Bagley

Lafayette West Apartments

CBD Detroit Apartments
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Orleans Landing

DuCharme Place Apartments

The Lofts of Merchants Row

Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

The Kales Building

The Albert - Capitol Park

River Place

Washington Park Apartments
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The Pavilion

The Amsterdam Lofts

Briggs Houze

The Jefferson

The Millie on Brush

Town Residences

Alden Towers

Beach Club Detroit

Trumbull Terrace
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The Barlum

Palms

Brainard

Central Park

City Club Apartments Lafayette Park

Regency Towers

Palms East

Carnegie

930 Marion Ave
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East Central, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $700 | $2,520 |
| East Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $799 | $5,000 |
| East Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $995 | $5,989 |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,552 | $950 | $4,195 |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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Top Detroit Apartments in the East Central Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 11-17-2025Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top East Central, MI apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Central Park
Special: Apply within 24 hours of your tour and receive $300 OFF of your move-in costs! Must move-in by 10/31/25. Contact the office today for more information.Expires 11-18-2025
CBD Detroit Apartments
Fall in love with city life all over again. Move in this November and enjoy 2 months free limited homes available. Call today for more detailsExpires 11-18-2025
Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown
Rent as low as $1990! Limited time offer, call today for more details!Expires 11-18-2025
Woodward West
Special: Rent and move in by 11/15 and get December rent FREE! Call the office for more details.Expires 11-18-2025
Eddystone
FALL SAVINGS: ASK US ABOUT OUR ONE MONTH FREE RENT SPECIAL ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES!Expires 11-18-2025
Piquette Flats
NOW LEASING! $500 OFF move in special & FREE parking for 6 months if apply with in 24 hours of touring! Are you a Wayne State University or College for Creative Studies Student? Ask us how you can save $100 per month on rent! PLUS Preferred Employers receive 10% OFF rent! Apply today in person for: $0 Admin Fee at Signing ($200 off)Expires 11-18-2025
Alden Towers
September just got better at Alden Towers. Tour today and lock in our limited-time offers: move in with no prorated rent, enjoy your 2nd month free, and cut your deposit in half when you apply the same day you tour.Expires 11-18-2025
Palms
Specials: FREE Parking for a YEAR if you apply within 48 hours of your tour. PLUS $500 OFF move-in costs if you apply within 24 hours of your tour. Call today for details.Expires 11-18-2025
Lafayette West Apartments
New Move-ins receive $2,000 off move-in costs! Limited time special contact the leasing office for details.Expires 11-18-2025
The Brooke on Bagley
Waived Application Fee!Expires 11-18-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in East Central, MI
Specials updated: 11-17-2025Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in East Central, MI. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
The Kales Building
Limited-Time Move-In Special at The Kales Building – Get 2 Months Free Rent in Downtown Detroit! Live in a modern historic apartment with premium amenities, stunning city views, and unmatched downtown access. Schedule your tour today!Expires 11-30-2025
Carnegie
*Conditions apply. Offer is applicable to new and approved applicants for select suites only. Incentive is applied as a rent credit, distributed over the lease term or as otherwise determined by management. Minimum 12-month lease term required. Offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice and cannot be combined with any other promotion. Conditions apply. Please contact the leasing office for full details and eligibility. Photos, dimensions, and pricing are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the exact features or layout of the available unit. Actual units may vary., E & O. E.Expires 03-31-2026
The Amsterdam Lofts
Founder’s Special: $1,000 Off Move-In Costs + FREE Parking for a Year — limited to our first residents, call today for details!Expires 12-01-2025
Brainard Flats
Founder’s Special: $1,000 Off Move-In Costs + FREE Parking for a Year — limited to our first residents, call today for details!Expires 12-01-2025
The Lofts on Mack
One month rent free with the signing of a 1 year lease!!!Expires 11-30-2025
Briggs Houze
Application fee credited $500 towards move in costs. 1 Month Free Parking if Applied and Approved before November 1 .Expires 11-30-2025
Palms East
ONE MONTH FREE RENT !!!!Expires 12-12-2025
The Albert - Capitol Park
Lease by November 30 and receive ONE MONTH FREE rent on select floor plans.Expires 11-18-2025
Orleans Landing
Call today and ask about qualifying for our $1215 affordable pricing!Expires 11-18-2025
The Barlum
Specials: FREE Parking for a YEAR if you apply within 48 hours of your tour. PLUS $500 OFF move-in costs if you apply within 24 hours of your tour. Call today for details.Expires 11-18-2025
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Central, Detroit, MI
Ranked #10
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Rent Specials East Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in East Central?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in East Central is at Alden Towers listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials East Central Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in East Central is $1,677.
What is the largest Rent Specials East Central Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in East Central is a 5,075 square feet unit starting from $1,178 at Riverfront Towers.
What is the average size for East Central Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in East Central is currently at 529 sq ft.
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