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El Tovar Apartments
320 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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River Crest
9303 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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Jennings Senior Living
7815 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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Eastpointe
1130 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
8330 E Jefferson Ave
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The Jefferson
9000 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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7850 East Jefferson
7850 East Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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Beach Club Detroit
7702 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1775 Van Dyke StDetroit, MI 48214
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825 Iroquois StDetroit, MI 48214
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8845 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1341 Crane StDetroit, MI 48214
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Islandview Apartments
445 Field StDetroit, MI 48214
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North One Apartments
1401 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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Don Juan Apartments
1141-1151 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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St. Paul Manor Apartments
356 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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Jefferson Square
541 Dickerson StDetroit, MI 48215
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Grand Place Apartments
190 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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Whittier Manor Senior Apartments
415-425 Burns DrDetroit, MI 48214
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River Towers Senior Apartment
7800 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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Hibbard Tower
8905 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1780 Van Dyke
1780 Van DykeDetroit, MI 48214
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550 Parkview
550-560 Parkview DrDetroit, MI 48214
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Parker House Apartments
666 Parker StDetroit, MI 48214
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Wilner's Arms
133 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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703 Parker St
703 Parker StDetroit, MI 48214
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8330 On The River - 62+
8330 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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Capitol Manor Apartments
1725 Van DykeDetroit, MI 48214
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997 Nottingham Rd, Unit 997 Nottingham -1 South
997 Nottingham RdGrosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
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825 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 2N
825 Beaconsfield AveGrosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
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Jefferson, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $868 | $645 | $1,365 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,110 | $720 | $2,250 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $934 | $3,000 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $1,880 | $3,019 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Jennings Senior Living priced from $720. Eastpointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 1 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Alden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| El Tovar Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| 7850 East Jefferson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $956 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 960 | 2BR,1BA | $1,066 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $0.98 price per square foot 997 Nottingham Rd Model at 997 Nottingham Rd, Unit 997 Nottingham -1 South in the in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2B 940 Model at Van Dyke Village Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 997 Nottingham Rd, Unit 997 Nottingham -1 South | 997 Nottingham Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 825 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 2N | 825 Beaconsfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Coe at West Village | The Earl | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Grayhaven Marina Village | The Spinnaker Apartment | 1BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| El Tovar Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jefferson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferson is under $1,066.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferson?
The cheapest apartment in Jefferson is Jennings Senior Living which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Jefferson costs $3,414.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferson?
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 20 regular apartments in Jefferson 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 Jefferson?
Cheap apartments in Jefferson have an average cost of $232 which is $3,182 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson.
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