Cheap Homes for Rent in the Poletown East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,100 (1 Rental)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poletown East, MI

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poletown East area is the $1.27 price per square foot Market Rent 2 Bed Model at Palmer Court Apartments in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,603. The second greatest value Poletown East apartment is the 5304 Mitchell St Model at 5304 Mitchell St, Unit 5304 rear starting at $1,000 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poletown East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palmer Court ApartmentsMarket Rent 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.27
5304 Mitchell St, Unit 5304 rear5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00
Union at Midtown2x2 Individual Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Elaine Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.19
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.80
5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west5300 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.40
Piquette FlatsAvanti StudioStudio ,1BA$2.90
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTSThe HancockStudio ,1BA$1.94

Frequently Asked Questions about Poletown East

What type of rentals are currently available in Poletown East?

There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Poletown East, MI with pricing that ranges from $445 to $2,500. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Poletown East ranging from $1,150 to $1,900.

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 $1,150 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,621.

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