
Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI Under $1,500 (37 Rentals)


5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west

5380 Maxwell St, Unit 5380

11171 Charlemagne Ave, Unit 11171 Charlemagne Ave A

5038 Seminole St

3671 Zender Pl, Unit 1

4811 Seyburn St, Unit Upper

6439 Fischer Ave

11535 Kenmoor St, Unit 2
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3954 St Clair St, Unit Private Room

7600 Dobel St

12840 Kilbourne St

9354 Bessemore St

8193 Traverse St

14823 Kilbourne Ave

3475 Crane,

3450 Cadillac Blvd

2923-2925 Cadillac Blvd
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2921 Helen St

8215-8217 Badger St

12847 Maiden St

4510 Harding St

1523 Hurlbut St

11785 Nashville St

13137 Elmdale St

11822 Promenade Ave

11171 Charlemagne Ave
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12110 Christy St

4720 Garland St

6242 Frontenac Ave

4190 Hurlbut St

3980 Helen St

11255 Charlemagne Ave

11450 Minden Ave

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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 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $700 | $2,908 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $1,037 | $1,200 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,200 | $1,400 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Detroit, MI
Ranked #160
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about East Side
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Side range from $700 to $2,908. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,376.
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