Cheap Homes for Rent in Jefferson Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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property at 767 Navahoe St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

767 Navahoe St

DetroitMI48215

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property at 7711 E Vernor Hwy

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

7711 E Vernor Hwy, Unit 7711, Unit 7711

7711 E Vernor Hwy
DetroitMI48214

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property at 1792 Townsend St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1792 Townsend St

DetroitMI48214
property at 1756 Townsend St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1756 Townsend St

DetroitMI48214

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Jefferson, Detroit, MI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alden TowersStudioStudio,1BA$715
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A1BR,1BA$720
EastpointeEastpointe 1 Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$730
El Tovar Apartments1 bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
The Jefferson1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$939

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2404 Baldwin St Model at 2404 Baldwin St, Unit 2404 in the in the Islandview neighborhood starting from $1,472. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2282 Belvidere St Model at 2282 Belvidere St starting at $1,450 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2404 Baldwin St, Unit 24042404 Baldwin St2BR,1BA$1.31
2282 Belvidere St2282 Belvidere St3BR,2BA$1.45
Grayhaven Marina VillageThe Port Apartment2BR,2BA$1.53
Van Dyke Village Apartments2B 9402BR,1BA$1.17
Vinetta Lofts2 BDR 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
The Coe at West VillageThe Earl1BR,1BA$1.78
Clairview CourtOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.86
Owen Park ApartmentsSingle1BR,1BA$1.50
Beach Club DetroitStudioStudio ,1BA$1.52
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jefferson, Detroit, MI

Ranked #55

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson

What type of rentals are currently available in Jefferson?

There are currently 138 Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI with pricing that ranges from $633 to $3,414. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jefferson ranging from $1,050 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Jefferson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jefferson ranges from $1,050 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,040.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Jefferson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Jefferson range from $1,400 to $3,019, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,414.

Expert Rental Resources

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