
Apartments for Rent in the Poletown East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (70 Rentals)


Union at Midtown

71 Garfield St

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The Freelon at Sugar Hill

Kirby Manor

Friendship Meadows Senior LDHA

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92 E Forest Ave

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Elaine Lofts

4425 John R St
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5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West

5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west

702 E Ferry St

676 E Ferry St, Unit 2 Bedroom

5918 St. Antoine St, Unit 106

5918 St. Antoine St, Unit 405

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457 E Kirby St, Unit SI ID1228594P

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457 E Kirby St, Unit SI ID1228686P

1119 Custer St, Unit apartment 202
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626 E Ferry St

7436 Oakland Ave

15 E Kirby St

15 E Kirby St, Unit 204

636 E Ferry St

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2941 E Warren Ave

Nailah Commons Rowhouses

1535 E Canfield Dr

4156 Saint Aubin St
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560 E Kirby St

456 Harper Ave

The Belnord

295 E Ferry St

310 Hendrie St

265-299 E Palmer St

319 E Edsel Ford Fwy

Chap Lofts

7372 Cameron St

223 E Ferry St
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7504 Cameron St

7406 Oakland St

7579 Chrysler Dr

7599 Chrysler Dr

7526-7528 Oakland St

102 Garfield St

2818 Benson St

Union @ Midtown II

West Forest Apartments

Nailah Commons (Formally Art Center Row)
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Poletown East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Poletown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poletown East Studio Apartments | $1,351 | $663 | $2,500 |
| Poletown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $445 | $2,500 |
| Poletown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $700 | $2,500 |
| Poletown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $950 | $2,500 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Poletown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,016 | $1,150 | $3,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poletown East
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Poletown East area of Detroit, MI?
As of today, August 29, 2026, there are currently 70 available Poletown East apartments priced from $445 to $2,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,522.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Poletown East Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Poletown East ranges from $445 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,533.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Poletown East cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Poletown East range from $700 to $2,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,554.
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