
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Poletown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (22 Rentals)
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Regency Tower

71 Garfield St

Lafayette Towers

Town Residences

Brentwood

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5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West, Unit Upper Front West

Briggs Houze

The Hamilton Midtown Detroit

28Grand

Brush Watson

City Club Apartments Lafayette Park

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Westwill Apartments Midtown

The Broderick Tower (MCI)

The Alexandrine

Lafayette West Apartments

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Poletown, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Poletown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poletown Studio Apartments | $1,177 | $663 | $1,840 |
| Poletown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $899 | $2,665 |
| Poletown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $700 | $6,180 |
| Poletown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $1,950 | $4,740 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Poletown Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Poletown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Poletown area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS priced from $663. Regency Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Poletown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $663 |
| Regency Tower | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Town Residences | S6 | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| 71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poletown, MI
As of May 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poletown area is the $1.56 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Poletown apartment is the 5304 Mitchell St Model at 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poletown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West | 5304 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | The Warren | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| University Club | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Briggs Houze | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
| 5300 Mitchell St, Unit Lower front west | 5300 Mitchell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Bethune Lofts | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 71 Garfield St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS | The Hancock | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Poletown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Poletown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Poletown is at CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS listed at $663.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Poletown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Poletown Apartment is $999 at Regency Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Poletown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Poletown is starting from $1,130 at Westwill Apartments Midtown.
What is the most affordable Poletown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Poletown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Place and starts from $1,950.
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