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$950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3548 St Clair St

DetroitMI48214

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Lower East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower East Side area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at 7850 East Jefferson priced from $426. Alden Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Lower East Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7850 East JeffersonStudioStudio,1BA$426
Alden TowersStudioStudio,1BA$700
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A1BR,1BA$720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower East Side, MI

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower East Side area is the $1.30 price per square foot 1069 Wayburn St Model at 1069 Wayburn St, Unit 2 in the in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Lower East Side 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 Lower East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1069 Wayburn St, Unit 21069 Wayburn St3BR,1BA$1.30
Van Dyke Village Apartments2B 9402BR,1BA$1.17
4820 Haverhill St, Unit #24820 Haverhill St2BR,1BA$1.06
825 Beaconsfield Ave, Unit 2N825 Beaconsfield Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
Owen Park ApartmentsSingle1BR,1BA$1.54
Beach Club DetroitStudioStudio ,1BA$1.52
El Tovar Apartments1 bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Jennings Senior LivingModel1A1BR,1BA$1.31
Pasadena Investments LLCST/1BStudio ,1BA$1.60
7850 East JeffersonStudioStudio ,1BA$0.96

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower East Side, Detroit, MI

Ranked #41

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in Lower East Side?

There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Lower East Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $527 to $3,790. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower East Side ranging from $900 to $1,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lower East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower East Side ranges from $900 to $1,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,058.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

Written by: Tim Brown

Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!