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5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West
5304 Mitchell StDetroit, MI 48211
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (14 Rentals)
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $897 | $850 | $945 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $900 | $1,000 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $1,565 | $1,565 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI
As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.04 price per square foot 5015 Maxwell St Model at 5015 Maxwell St, Unit 5015 Maxwell St in the in the Ravendale neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 5304 Mitchell St Model at 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5015 Maxwell St, Unit 5015 Maxwell St | 5015 Maxwell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Detroit, MI
Ranked #139
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Side Neighborhood in Detroit, MI
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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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