Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmwood Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,100 (5 Rentals)

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Elmwood, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Investments LLC priced from $800. Regency Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio,1BA$800
Regency TowersStudio BStudio,1BA$850
El Tovar Apartments1 bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, MI

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $1.68 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI starting at $1,500 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River PlaceRooftop - 3/23BR,2BA$1.68
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MITwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$1.50
Jean RivardThe Ottowa1BR,1BA$1.42
Palms EastBalcony1BR,1BA$1.69
El Tovar Apartments1 bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Central ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Lafayette TowersFillmoreStudio ,1BA$1.60
City Club Apartments Lafayette ParkA11BR,1BA$2.05
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio ,1BA$1.60
Parkview Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Elmwood, Detroit, MI

Ranked #42

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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 $3,150. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmwood ranging from $1,100 to $2,300.

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 $1,100 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,906.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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