Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmwood Park Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,100 (4 Rentals)

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property at 2900 E Jefferson Ave

$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2900 E Jefferson Ave

DetroitMI48207

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood Park, MI

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood Park area is the $1.41 price per square foot Brownstone - 2/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Elmwood Park apartment is the Masonic Model at Lafayette Towers starting at $1,491 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River PlaceBrownstone - 2/22BR,2BA$1.41
Lafayette TowersMasonic2BR,2BA$1.21
E & B Brewery LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.10
DuCharme Place ApartmentsC12BR,1BA$2.06
Palms EastBalcony1BR,1BA$1.69
Central Park1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MIStudioStudio ,1BA$1.69
City Club Apartments Lafayette ParkA31BR,1BA$1.96
Pasadena ApartmentsST/1BStudio ,1BA$1.70
City Place DetroitRenovated StudioStudio ,1BA$2.08

Frequently Asked Questions about Elmwood Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Elmwood Park?

There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Elmwood Park, MI with pricing that ranges from $799 to $3,150. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmwood Park ranging from $1,100 to $2,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmwood Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmwood Park ranges from $1,100 to $2,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,982.

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