
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $445 (25 Rentals)
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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 | $1,223 | $663 | $1,800 |
| Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $445 | $2,665 |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,100 | $3,400 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,344 | $950 | $4,480 |
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There are currently 25 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 $750. 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 | $750 |
| Regency Tower | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Brentwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Strathmore Apartments | A7 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, MI
As of September 04, 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 $1,449 with a $1.21 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 | $1.21 |
| E & B Brewery Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Commodore | Furnished 1 -Bedroom Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Union at Midtown | 2x2 Individual Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Elaine Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Strathmore Apartments | A7 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| MLK on 2nd | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Hancock | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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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 $1,257.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park is CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Forest Park costs $1,562.
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 6 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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