
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferies Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (49 Rentals)
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Brentwood

Westwill Apartments

4437 Avery St

Roberts III Apartments

2072 Wabash St

The Charlotte

The Alexandrine

Preserve on Ash - Phase I
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2835 23rd St, Unit 2

Hancock Court

MLK on 2nd

The Renaud & Touraine

University Meadows

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The Orington

4535 Commonwealth St

Selden Manor

The Willis

634 Selden St

404 West St

406 West St

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Beethoven Apartments

2623 Cochrane St

Six55 Detroit

Forest Arms

Garfield Lofts

632 Prentis St

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Helisa Square
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The Milton

680 W Forest Ave

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Jefferies, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferies?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferies Studio Apartments | $1,177 | $663 | $1,600 |
| Jefferies 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $850 | $2,600 |
| Jefferies 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,026 | $4,750 |
| Jefferies 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,449 | $2,230 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferies Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferies 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 $760. Here are the most affordable Jefferies 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 | $760 |
| Westwill Apartments | The Mack | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 2072 Wabash St | 1/1 Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Preserve on Ash - Phase I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Brainard Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,026 |
| The Corner | Studio (S) | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Left Field | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Corktown Ash Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Lindley | Lindley-Studio (01) | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferies, MI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferies area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Preserve on Ash - Phase I in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,180. The second greatest value Jefferies 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 Jefferies apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve on Ash - Phase I | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Brainard Street Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| The Commodore | Furnished 1 -Bedroom Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Westwill Apartments | The Canfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Willis | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| University Club | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 2072 Wabash St | 1/1 Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
| Left Field | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Hancock | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJefferies, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferies Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jefferies?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferies is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferies?
The cheapest apartment in Jefferies is Westwill Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Jefferies costs $2,222.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferies?
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 10 regular apartments in Jefferies 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 Jefferies?
Cheap apartments in Jefferies have an average cost of $470 which is $1,752 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferies.
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