
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mexicantown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mexicantown area of Detroit.


1729 Vinewood St

Mavor Apartments

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1403 Morrell St, Unit 1

Delray Senior Housing
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Broderick Manor

1646 McKinstry St

1076 N Rademacher St

The Brooke on Bagley

2835 23rd St, Unit 2
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730 Clark St

Morrell Apartments

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Mexicantown, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mexicantown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexicantown Studio Apartments | $1,221 | $775 | $1,495 |
| Mexicantown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,235 | $750 | $2,000 |
| Mexicantown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $775 | $2,500 |
| Mexicantown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mexicantown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Mexicantown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mexicantown area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Morrell Apartments priced from $775. Delray Senior Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Mexicantown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrell Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Delray Senior Housing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Mavor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Broderick Manor | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Larger) | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mexicantown, MI
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mexicantown area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at The Murray in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Mexicantown apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Hortensia Townhomes starting at $1,995 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mexicantown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Hortensia Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Delray Senior Housing | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1403 Morrell St, Unit 1 | 1403 Morrell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Mavor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 5424 Porter St, Unit 2 | 5424 Porter St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Broderick Manor | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Junior) | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Morrell Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mexicantown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mexicantown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mexicantown Apartment is $899 at Delray Senior Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mexicantown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mexicantown is starting from $1,156 at Delray Senior Housing.
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