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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 2 Beds unit found at 2215 Lansing St priced from $790. Hubbard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Southwest Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2215 Lansing St2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$790
Hubbard ApartmentsS - StudioStudio,1BA$795
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Detroit, MI

As of June 11, 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 $1,500. The second greatest value Southwest Detroit apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Somerset Manor starting at $1,600 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Hubbard-Richard 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
Somerset Manor2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.60
2215 Lansing St2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
The PARKCharles2BR,1BA$1.17
Melvindale SquareUpgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Fairlane East1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.65
Central ApartmentsTwo Bedroom (B2)2BR,1BA$1.42
12 Perrin St, Unit 212 Perrin St2BR,1BA$1.22
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.18
90 Catherine St, Unit 490 Catherine St2BR,1BA$1.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Detroit?

There are currently 241 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $675 to $3,000. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Detroit ranging from $450 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Detroit?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Detroit ranges from $450 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,721.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Detroit?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Detroit range from $1,100 to $2,395, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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