Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (30 Rentals)

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Central Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Central Apartments

2625 Central StDetroit, MI 48209
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730 Clark St
1 Bedroom Apartments

730 Clark St

730 Clark StDetroit, MI 48209
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7121 W Vernor Hwy
1 Bedroom Apartments

7121 W Vernor Hwy

7121 W Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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Hubbard Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hubbard Apartments

1241 Hubbard StDetroit, MI 48209
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The Barbara
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Barbara

512-514 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48216
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Hubbard
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hubbard

2024 Hubbard StDetroit, MI 48209
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Springwells Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Springwells Village

8634-8640 Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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West Warren Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Warren Apartments

10131 W Warren AveDearborn, MI 48126
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Student Housing
5 Bedroom Apartments

Student Housing

3218 Baby StWindsor, ON N9C 1K5
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Corewell Senior Community
1 Bedroom Apartments

Corewell Senior Community

1270 Electric AveLincoln Park, MI 48146
Senior Living
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Southwest Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Hubbard Apartments priced from $750. The PARK has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $778. Here are the most affordable Southwest Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hubbard ApartmentsS - StudioStudio,1BA$750
The PARKJamesStudio,1BA$778
The BarbaraStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$785
2215 Lansing St2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$790
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$825
Melvindale SquareUpgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Broderick ManorOne Bedroom, One Bathroom (Junior)1BR,1BA$845
Mavor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Montie Park Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Detroit, MI

As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Detroit area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at The Murray in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Southwest Detroit apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/Den Model at Hortensia Townhomes starting at $1,795 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Murray1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.12
Hortensia Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/Den2BR,1BA$1.54
Somerset Manor2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.60
2215 Lansing St2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Melvindale SquareUpgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.94
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.18
1151 Morrell St, Unit 2F1151 Morrell St2BR,1BA$0.99
Montie Park Apartments1 Bed with Balcony1BR,1BA$1.50
Morrell ApartmentsStudio 2Studio ,1BA$1.79
The PARKJamesStudio ,1BA$1.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Detroit, Detroit, MI

Ranked #80

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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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 Hubbard Apartments listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Detroit Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Detroit Apartment is $825 at Melvindale Square.

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 $790 at 2215 Lansing St.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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