Cheap Homes for Rent in Jefferson Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,000 (10 Rentals)

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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 El Tovar Apartments priced from $645. 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
El Tovar ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$645
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A1BR,1BA$720
EastpointStudio 1 Bathroom - 1130 HolcombStudio,1BA$730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2B 940 Model at Van Dyke Village Apartments in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 1BR 1BA Model at Beach Club Detroit starting at $1,140 with a $1.25 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.
Van Dyke Village Apartments2B 9402BR,1BA$1.17
Beach Club Detroit1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1.25
The Coe at West VillageThe Earl1BR,1BA$1.78
Grayhaven Marina VillageThe Spinnaker Apartment1BR,1BA$1.69
Alden Towers1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Village Park Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.23
The Van Dyke in West Village1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A1BR,1BA$1.31
EastpointStudio 1 Bathroom - 1160 HolcombStudio ,1BA$1.88
El Tovar ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jefferson, Detroit, MI

Ranked #58

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 140 Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MI with pricing that ranges from $645 to $3,790. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jefferson ranging from $1,045 to $3,500.

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 $1,045 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,867.

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 $1,880 to $3,790, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,565.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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