
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gold Coast Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (24 Rentals)
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River Crest

Jennings Senior Living

Eastpointe

2544 Cadillac Blvd

The Jefferson

Beach Club Detroit

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703 Parker St

8900 E Jefferson Ave

8330 On The River - 62+

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450 Marquette Dr

8200 E Jefferson Ave
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Gold Coast, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gold Coast?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast Studio Apartments | $819 | $682 | $1,100 |
| Gold Coast 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $720 | $1,495 |
| Gold Coast 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $825 | $2,400 |
| Gold Coast 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,895 | $3,019 |
| Gold Coast 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gold Coast Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Gold Coast Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gold Coast area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Alden Towers priced from $715. Jennings Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Gold Coast apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 1 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gold Coast, MI
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gold Coast area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Village Park Apartments in the in the Gold Coast neighborhood starting from $1,413. The second greatest value Gold Coast apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Van Dyke Village Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gold Coast apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 7850 East Jefferson | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Jefferson | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Van Dyke in West Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 3 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gold Coast Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gold Coast?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gold Coast is under $1,413.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gold Coast?
The cheapest apartment in Gold Coast is Jennings Senior Living which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Gold Coast costs $3,414.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gold Coast?
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 Gold Coast that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Gold Coast?
Cheap apartments in Gold Coast have an average cost of $156 which is $3,258 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gold Coast.
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