Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (11 Rentals)

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Chalmers Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chalmers Apartments

14414 Corbett StDetroit, MI 48213
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12122 Sanford St
1 Bedroom Apartments

12122 Sanford St

12122 Sanford StDetroit, MI 48205
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Skyview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Skyview Apartments

11060 E McNichols RdDetroit, MI 48234
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Longview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Longview Apartments

10950-10958 Longview StDetroit, MI 48213
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8900 Gratiot Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8900 Gratiot Ave

8900 Gratiot AveDetroit, MI 48213
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Mcauley Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mcauley Commons

11500 Shoemaker StDetroit, MI 48213
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East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI

As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $0.96 price per square foot 4658 Helen St Model at 4658 Helen St, Unit 3 in the in the Downtown Hamtramck neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 4532 Van Dyke St Model at 4532 Van Dyke St, Unit Lower Unit starting at $1,300 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Indian Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4658 Helen St, Unit 34658 Helen St3BR,1BA$0.96
4532 Van Dyke St, Unit Lower Unit4532 Van Dyke St2BR,1BA$1.38
4528 Van Dyke St, Unit Upper Unit4528 Van Dyke St2BR,1BA$1.48
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side, Detroit, MI

Ranked #139

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Tim Brown

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.