
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

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,075 | $1,950 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, MI
As of August 18, 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 Fisher Model at Lafayette Towers starting at $1,158 with a $1.48 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Lafayette Towers | Fisher | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Briggs Houze | One Bedroom, One and Half Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
Alden Towers | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
New Cadillac Square Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
Manchester Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
Brainard | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Eastpoint | Studio 1 Bathroom - 1130 Holcomb | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Central, Detroit, MI
Ranked #14
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about East Central
What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?
There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in East Central, MI with pricing that ranges from $700 to $6,000. 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.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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