Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (3 Rentals)

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East Central, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, MI

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1 Bedroom w/Loft Model at Palms East in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Central Park starting at $1,495 with a $1.66 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.
Palms East1 Bedroom w/Loft1BR,1.5BA$1.60
Central ParkTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.66
Lafayette TowersFisher1BR,1BA$1.48
DuCharme Place ApartmentsA2Studio ,1BA$2.37
Manchester Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.71
Elmwood TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
City Club Apartments Lafayette ParkA11BR,1BA$1.90
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio ,1BA$1.60
City Place DetroitRenovated StudioStudio ,1BA$2.08
Regency TowersStudio BStudio ,1BA$2.28

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Central

What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?

There are currently 31 Apartments for Rent in East Central, MI with pricing that ranges from $800 to $5,500. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central ranging from $1,200 to $2,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central ranges from $1,200 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,637.

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