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East Side Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Friendship Meadows LDHA priced from $445. New Center Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $585. Here are the most affordable East Side Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Friendship Meadows LDHA1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$445
New Center CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$585
El Tovar ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$645
Holbrook ApartmentsStudio 1 Bathroom - 381 HolbrookStudio,1BA$650
Morang Avenue Apartments11BR,1BA$650
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTSThe WarrenStudio,1BA$663
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$700
The AmoThe CliffordStudio,1BA$700
Anthos GardensAffordable Eastside Detroit 1 Bed Ready to Go1BR,1BA$711
Bedford ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$715

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Detroit, MI

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side Detroit area is the $0.82 price per square foot 9412 Joseph Campau St Model at 9412 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9412 in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value East Side Detroit apartment is the 86 Englewood St Model at 86 Englewood St, Unit 92 starting at $1,800 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9412 Joseph Campau St, Unit 94129412 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.82
86 Englewood St, Unit 9286 Englewood St4BR,1BA$0.62
Northend Village3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.73
15452 Cedargrove StBungalow3BR,1BA$0.93
5015 Maxwell St, Unit 5015 Maxwell St5015 Maxwell St2BR,1BA$1.04
Hazelwood Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.94
Westwill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00
E Outer Drive Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.88
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

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East Side Detroit, Detroit, MI

Ranked #26

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side Detroit?

There are currently 811 Apartments for Rent in East Side Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $445 to $4,195. There are also 341 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side Detroit ranging from $800 to $5,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side Detroit ranges from $800 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,672.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Side Detroit?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Side Detroit range from $950 to $4,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

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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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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