
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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The Baxter Apartments

The Manor House

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Palmer Park, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palmer Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Park Studio Apartments | $895 | $875 | $905 |
| Palmer Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,057 | $910 | $1,300 |
| Palmer Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $950 | $1,495 |
| Palmer Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $1,340 | $1,340 |
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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 Studio unit found at RCI Covington Apartments priced from $895. Palmer Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Palmer Park apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCI Covington Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Palmer Lofts Apartments | 2BR/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,016 |
| The Baxter Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Flats of Ferndale | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer Park, MI
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmer Park area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Palmer Park apartment is the 3135 W McNichols Rd Model at 3135 W McNichols Rd, Unit upper floor apartment starting at $1,300 with a $1.15 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 | $1.00 |
| 3135 W McNichols Rd, Unit upper floor apartment | 3135 W McNichols Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Palmer Lofts Apartments | 2BR/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 476 W Savannah St, Unit 1 | 476 W Savannah St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Baxter Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| RCI Covington Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
| Flats of Ferndale | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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 $900 at RCI Covington Apartments.
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 $950 at Palmer Lofts Apartments.
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