
Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmwood Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Elmwood area of Detroit.

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3320 Spinnaker Ln
Elmwood, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elmwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elmwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,083 | $1,500 | $2,600 |
Elmwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,200 | $2,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, MI
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $0.96 price per square foot Single Model at Guoin Street Lofts in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place starting at $2,100 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Guoin Street Lofts | Single | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
743 Beaubien St, Unit 303 | 743 Beaubien St | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
El Tovar Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Lafayette Towers | Fisher | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Manchester Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Elmwood Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Elmwood?
There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, MI with pricing that ranges from $645 to $3,509. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmwood ranging from $1,200 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmwood ranges from $1,200 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,080.
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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