
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $599 (48 Rentals)
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485 Philip St, Unit 485 Philip Street
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825 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 1N

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900 Nottingham Rd, Unit 2

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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 | $830 | $682 | $1,100 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $720 | $2,250 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $934 | $2,395 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $1,895 | $2,245 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jefferson Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 7850 East Jefferson priced from $603. Alden Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7850 East Jefferson | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $603 |
| Alden Towers | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $715 |
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR, 1BA | $720 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 3 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $865 |
| Parker House | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $895 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,000 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR, 1BA | $1,050 |
| St. Clair Towers | Jr. 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1071 Van Dyke St Model at 1071 Van Dyke St, Unit 2 in the Gold Coast neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 485 Philip St Model at 485 Philip St, Unit 485 Philip Street in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood starting at $1,250 with a $0.89 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1071 Van Dyke St, Unit 2 | 1071 Van Dyke St | 3BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| 485 Philip St, Unit 485 Philip Street | 485 Philip St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.89 |
| Village Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.41 |
| 900 Nottingham Rd, Unit 2 | 900 Nottingham Rd | 2BR, 1BA | $1.42 |
| 825 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 1N | 825 Beaconsfield Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.45 |
| 837 Beaconsfield Ave | 837 Beaconsfield Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.52 |
| 7850 East Jefferson | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.63 |
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson is at 7850 East Jefferson listed at $603.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $720 at Jennings Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson is starting from $864 at Jennings Senior Living.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alden Towers and starts from $1,895.
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