
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Detroit area of Detroit.


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Southwest Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Detroit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Detroit Studio Apartments | $995 | $808 | $1,600 |
| Southwest Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $675 | $2,000 |
| Southwest Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $650 | $2,400 |
| Southwest Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,033 | $1,300 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Detroit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 5 Beds unit found at Student Housing priced from $750. The PARK has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $808. Here are the most affordable Southwest Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Housing | 5 Beds, 2 baths | 5BR,2BA | $750 |
| The PARK | James | Studio,1BA | $808 |
| Broderick Manor | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Junior) | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Huron River Dearborn | Upgraded+ Studio | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Mavor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Detroit, MI
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Detroit area is the $0.34 price per square foot 5 Beds, 2 baths Model at Student Housing in the in the Southwest Detroit neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Southwest Detroit apartment is the 4 Beds, 1 bath Model at 3340 Bloomfield Rd starting at $666 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Southwest Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Housing | 5 Beds, 2 baths | 5BR,2BA | $0.34 |
| 3340 Bloomfield Rd | 4 Beds, 1 bath | 4BR,1BA | $0.47 |
| 3342 Bloomfield Rd | Student Housing | 4BR,1BA | $0.51 |
| 717 St Antoine St | Student Housing | 4BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 675 Chippawa St | Student Housing | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 635 Chippawa | Student Housing | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 3404 Bloomfield Rd | Student Housing | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 591 St Joseph St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 556 Chippawa St | Student Housing | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 528 Chippawa St | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Detroit Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Detroit?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Detroit is at The PARK listed at $808.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Detroit Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Detroit Apartment is $845 at Broderick Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Detroit Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Detroit is starting from $1,200 at Montie Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwest Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Murray and starts from $2,800.
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