
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Corktown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Corktown area of Detroit.


4535 Commonwealth St

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The Charlotte

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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 | $1,384 | $950 | $2,520 |
| North Corktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $875 | $2,499 |
| North Corktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $991 | $4,750 |
| North Corktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,375 | $2,790 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Corktown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 Heather Hall priced from $790. Mavor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable North Corktown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Mavor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 4535 Commonwealth St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Brainard | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Charlotte | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Westwill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Left Field | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Alexandrine | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Lindley | Lindley-Studio (02) | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Corktown, MI
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Corktown area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Brainard Street Apartments in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $1,389. The second greatest value North Corktown apartment is the 1408-Branch Lofts - 2 Bed Renovated Model at Branch Lofts starting at $2,049 with a $1.71 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brainard Street Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Branch Lofts | 1408-Branch Lofts - 2 Bed Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 701 W Canfield St, Unit B2 | 701 W Canfield St | 1BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Trumbull Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Westwill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Commodore | Furnished 1 -Bedroom Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Mavor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| The Willis | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Heather Hall | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
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 $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Corktown?
The cheapest apartment in North Corktown is Mavor Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in North Corktown costs $2,150.
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 15 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 $350 which is $1,800 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Corktown.
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