Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (13 Rentals)

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1140 Ashland St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1140 Ashland St

1140 Ashland StDetroit, MI 48215
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Windmill Pointe Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windmill Pointe Manor

943 Alter RdDetroit, MI 48215
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The Bridge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bridge

1020-1060 Alter RdDetroit, MI 48215
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Lakewood Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Manor

14200 Kercheval StDetroit, MI 48215
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Dickerson Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dickerson Manor

722 Emerson StDetroit, MI 48215
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207 Piper Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

207 Piper Blvd

207 Piper BlvdDetroit, MI 48215

Jefferson East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson East Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grayhaven Marina VillageThe Spinnaker Apartment1BR,1BA$1,300
Riverside Tower1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)1BR,1BA$1,755

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson East, MI

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson East area is the $1.33 price per square foot 860 Beaconsfield Ave Model at 860 Beaconsfield Ave in the in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Jefferson East apartment is the The Spinnaker Apartment Model at Grayhaven Marina Village starting at $1,300 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
860 Beaconsfield Ave860 Beaconsfield Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
Grayhaven Marina VillageThe Spinnaker Apartment1BR,1BA$1.69
Riverside Tower1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)1BR,1BA$2.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jefferson East, Detroit, MI

Ranked #105

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson East Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson East Apartment is $1,300 at Grayhaven Marina Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson East is starting from $1,500 at Grayhaven Marina Village.

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