
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palmer Park Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (31 Rentals)
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RCI Covington Townhouses

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RCI Shelbourne

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Palmer Park Square

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palmer Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Park Studio Apartments | $900 | $885 | $920 |
| Palmer Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $800 | $1,195 |
| Palmer Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $900 | $1,450 |
| Palmer Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $1,340 | $1,600 |
| Palmer Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Palmer Park Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Palmer Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palmer Park area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Florentine West priced from $800. Palmer Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Palmer Park apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florentine West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Palmer Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| RCI Covington Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,016 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer Park, MI
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmer Park area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Palmer Park apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at RCI Shelbourne starting at $1,245 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Pembroke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmer Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Palmer Lane Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Florentine West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| RCI Covington Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmer Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Palmer Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Palmer Park is at RCI Covington Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmer Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmer Park Apartment is $800 at Florentine West.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palmer Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palmer Park is starting from $900 at Florentine West.
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