
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (48 Rentals)
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5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west

Regency Tower

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

Brentwood

5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West

Brainard Street Apartments

Brush Watson

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223 E Ferry St, Unit 103

The Lindley

Woodward West

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The Lofts on Mack

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Elaine Lofts

223 E Ferry St, Unit 201

Brainard Flats

E & B Brewery Lofts

Piquette Flats
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The James Scott Mansion

The Commodore

272 Hendrie St

506 E Kirby St

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MLK on 2nd

Noel Village

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71 Garfield St

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Devenir District- 439 Selden

TheFinnMidtown

The Orington

Orchestra Tower

Medical Center Courts

Selden Manor
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634 Selden St

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406 West St

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Kirby Center Lofts

Six55 Detroit

68 E Willis St
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Forest Park, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Studio Apartments | $1,256 | $663 | $1,700 |
| Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $445 | $2,665 |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,016 | $700 | $3,400 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $1,389 | $4,395 |
| Forest Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Forest Park Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS priced from $663. Heather Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $663 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Regency Tower | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Brush Watson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,008 |
| Brainard Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,026 |
| 92 E Forest Ave | Studio-Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Lindley | Lindley-Studio (01) | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Lofts on Mack | Studio/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, MI
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $1.27 price per square foot Market Rent 2 Bed Model at Palmer Court Apartments in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,603. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Brainard Street Apartments starting at $1,389 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Court Apartments | Market Rent 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Brainard Street Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| E & B Brewery Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.10 |
| 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Commodore | Furnished 1 -Bedroom Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Friendship Meadows LDHA | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west | 5300 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
| Regency Tower | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Hancock | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Park, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Park is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park is Friendship Meadows LDHA which is listed at $445, while the average apartment in Forest Park costs $2,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Forest Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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