
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Milwaukee Junction Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (32 Rentals)
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St Regis House Apartments

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5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West

The Barlum

Genesis Villas

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5304 Mitchell St, Unit 5304 rear

558 Marston St

1119 Custer St, Unit apartment 202
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5918 St. Antoine St, Unit 201

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Elaine Lofts

Millwood Apartments

73 E Palmer St, Unit 103

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536 Holbrook St, Unit 1

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534 Holbrook St, Unit 1

426-428 King St

The Amsterdam Lofts
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73 E Palmer St, Unit B1

605 E Bethune St

Piquette Flats

644 E Ferry St

702 E Ferry St

Marwood Apartments

The Belnord

The Isabelle
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St. Antoine Gardens

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Cameron Court

558 Marston St

Northend Village

Nailah Commons (Formally Art Center Row)
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Milwaukee Junction, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milwaukee Junction?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Junction Studio Apartments | $1,140 | $900 | $1,430 |
| Milwaukee Junction 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $1,005 | $1,930 |
| Milwaukee Junction 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $700 | $2,720 |
| Milwaukee Junction 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $1,171 | $1,497 |
| Milwaukee Junction 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Milwaukee Junction Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Milwaukee Junction area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at The Barlum priced from $905. The Isabelle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Milwaukee Junction apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| The Isabelle | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Millwood Apartments | Studio-1 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Cameron Court | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,293 |
| The Amsterdam Lofts | A1 - Affordable Program Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| Piquette Flats | Packard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee Junction, MI
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Milwaukee Junction area is the $1.27 price per square foot Market Rent 2 Bed Model at Palmer Court Apartments in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,603. The second greatest value Milwaukee Junction apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Northend Village starting at $1,476 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milwaukee Junction apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Court Apartments | Market Rent 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Northend Village | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| 536 Holbrook St, Unit 1 | 536 Holbrook St | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 534 Holbrook St, Unit 1 | 534 Holbrook St | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cameron Court | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Elaine Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west | 5300 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Isabelle | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milwaukee Junction Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Milwaukee Junction?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Milwaukee Junction is under $1,465.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Milwaukee Junction?
The cheapest apartment in Milwaukee Junction is The Amsterdam Lofts which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Milwaukee Junction costs $1,687.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Milwaukee Junction?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Milwaukee Junction that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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