
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Corktown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (60 Rentals)
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Mavor Apartments

3525 Cass Ave

Roberts III Apartments

Wabash Flats

The Charlotte

Preserve on Ash - Phase I

The Alexandrine

Brainard

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North Corktown, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Corktown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Corktown Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $660 | $1,700 |
| North Corktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $941 | $2,850 |
| North Corktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,057 | $3,750 |
| North Corktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,449 | $5,250 |
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Cheapest Available North Corktown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Corktown area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Henry Street Apartments priced from $660. Mavor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable North Corktown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $660 |
| Mavor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| Wabash Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Preserve on Ash - Phase I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Corner | Studio (S) | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | West Willis: Where Luxury Meets Midtown Energy ... | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| The Lindley | Lindley-Studio (01) | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Corktown Ash Apartments | Renovated 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| North Corktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Corktown, MI
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Corktown area is the $1.74 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Preserve on Ash - Phase I in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value North Corktown apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Brainard Street Apartments starting at $1,449 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Corktown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve on Ash - Phase I | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Brainard Street Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| 4640 17th St, Unit 1 | 4640 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Commodore | Furnished 1 -Bedroom Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | The Canfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Henry Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| North Corktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Brooke on Bagley | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Mavor Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Corktown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Corktown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Corktown is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Corktown?
The cheapest apartment in North Corktown is Heather Hall which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in North Corktown costs $2,215.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Corktown?
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 9 regular apartments in North Corktown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Corktown?
Cheap apartments in North Corktown have an average cost of $779 which is $1,436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Corktown.
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