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7850 East Jefferson
7850 East Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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320 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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9303 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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7815 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1130 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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9000 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
564 Marquette Dr
DetroitMI48214
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1085 Van Dyke StDetroit, MI 48214
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7702 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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825 Iroquois StDetroit, MI 48214
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1775 Van Dyke StDetroit, MI 48214
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8845 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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13010 Avondale StDetroit, MI 48215
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875 Philip StDetroit, MI 48215
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1462 Van Dyke StDetroit, MI 48214
8130 E Vernor Hwy
DetroitMI48214
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445 Field StDetroit, MI 48214
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1401 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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1141-1151 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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356 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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541 Dickerson StDetroit, MI 48215
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190 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
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415-425 Burns DrDetroit, MI 48214
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7800 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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8905 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1780 Van DykeDetroit, MI 48214
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550-560 Parkview DrDetroit, MI 48214
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666 Parker StDetroit, MI 48214
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Wilner's Arms
133 E Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48207
2966 Harding St
DetroitMI48214
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703 Parker St
703 Parker StDetroit, MI 48214
8900 E Jefferson Ave
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8330 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1725 Van DykeDetroit, MI 48214
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1000-1012 Van Dyke StDetroit, MI 48214
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DetroitMI48215
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1084 Van Dyke St
1084 Van Dyke StDetroit, MI 48214
767 Navahoe St
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K8 Apartments
7243 Kercheval StDetroit, MI 48214
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981 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 2N, Unit 2N
981 Beaconsfield AveGrosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
858 Nottingham Rd
Grosse Pointe ParkMI48230
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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 | $801 | $645 | $1,100 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $633 | $2,250 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $934 | $3,000 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,400 | $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 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 Jefferson 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 |
| El Tovar Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 960 | 2BR,1BA | $1,066 |
| The Van Dyke in West Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.10 price per square foot 981 Beaconsfield Ave Model at 981 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 2N in the in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood starting from $1,095. 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. |
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| 981 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 2N | 981 Beaconsfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Coe at West Village | The Earl | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Clairview Court | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Grayhaven Marina Village | The Spinnaker Apartment | 1BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| El Tovar Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 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 $1,195.
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 9 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 $187 which is $3,227 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson.
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