
Cheap Homes for Rent in Poletown East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (9 Rentals)
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Poletown East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Poletown East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Poletown East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
Poletown East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Poletown East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Poletown East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Poletown East area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at 71 Garfield St priced from $700. CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Poletown East apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $700 |
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $799 |
St. Antoine Gardens | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poletown East, MI
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Poletown East area is the $1.00 price per square foot 5304 Mitchell St Model at 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Poletown East apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Friendship Meadows LDHA starting at $1,100 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poletown East apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Friendship Meadows LDHA | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Kirby Manor | 01's-Jameson | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
St. Antoine Gardens | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Piquette Flats | Packard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
Union at Midtown | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Hancock | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poletown East
What type of rentals are currently available in Poletown East?
There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Poletown East, MI with pricing that ranges from $445 to $2,290. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Poletown East ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Poletown East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Poletown East ranges from $1,200 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,215.
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