Cheap Homes for Rent in Near East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,100 (13 Rentals)
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5357 Burns Ave
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534 St Maron Pl
Near East Side, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Near East Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Near East Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,103 | $1,150 | $3,500 |
Near East Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,982 | $1,200 | $3,500 |
Near East Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,825 | $1,350 | $2,800 |
Near East Side 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Near East Side Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Near East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near East Side area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 55+ Friendship Meadows (Senior Housing) priced from $479. El Tovar Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Near East Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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55+ Friendship Meadows (Senior Housing) | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $479 |
El Tovar Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $645 |
Eastpoint | Studio 1 Bathroom - 1130 Holcomb | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Regency Towers | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, MI
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $0.96 price per square foot Single Model at Guoin Street Lofts in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the 2BR 1BA Model at Beach Club Detroit starting at $1,455 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Guoin Street Lofts | Single | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Beach Club Detroit | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Jennings Senior Living | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
2973 Harding St, Unit 2977 | 2973 Harding St | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
The Claridge Apartments | 1bed/ 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Owen Park Apartments | Double | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
55+ Friendship Meadows (Senior Housing) | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
El Tovar Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Near East Side
What type of rentals are currently available in Near East Side?
There are currently 250 Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $479 to $4,195. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near East Side ranging from $1,150 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near East Side?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near East Side ranges from $1,150 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,915.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Near East Side?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Near East Side range from $850 to $4,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,550.
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