
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Chalmers Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (23 Rentals)
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River Crest

Eastpointe

17161 Denver St

13927 E Canfield St, Unit 13933

5074/5076 Chalmers - Alejandro Soto, Unit 5074 Chalmers - Upper TR 6/30/25

The Jefferson
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448 Alter Rd

5074 Chalmers St

1341 Crane St

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Vinetta Lofts

3685 Bedford St, Unit #2

13927 E Canfield St, Unit 13927
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Grayhaven Marina Village

734 Ashland St, Unit 734 Ashland

Jefferson Square

Lakewood Manor

2174 Springle St

734 Ashland St

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15117 E Vernor Hwy, Unit 11
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Jefferson Chalmers, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson Chalmers?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Chalmers Studio Apartments | $839 | $682 | $1,100 |
| Jefferson Chalmers 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $650 | $2,360 |
| Jefferson Chalmers 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $995 | $2,550 |
| Jefferson Chalmers 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,279 | $1,300 | $3,019 |
| Jefferson Chalmers 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Chalmers Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson Chalmers area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Alden Towers priced from $715. 17161 Denver St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Jefferson Chalmers apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| 17161 Denver St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 1 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $853 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| 5074 Chalmers St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Chalmers, MI
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Chalmers area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3685 Bedford St Model at 3685 Bedford St, Unit #2 in the in the East English Village neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Jefferson Chalmers apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at The Grand Regent at Riverside starting at $2,380 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson Chalmers apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3685 Bedford St, Unit #2 | 3685 Bedford St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Grand Regent at Riverside | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 15117 E Vernor Hwy, Unit 11 | 15117 E Vernor Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Jefferson | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Grayhaven Marina Village | The Spinnaker Apartment | 1BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| 17161 Denver St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 3 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
| Alden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJefferson Chalmers, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Chalmers Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson Chalmers?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson Chalmers is at Alden Towers listed at $715.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Chalmers Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Chalmers Apartment is $800 at 17161 Denver St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson Chalmers Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson Chalmers is starting from $995 at Eastpointe.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Chalmers Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Chalmers Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Tower and starts from $2,090.
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