
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St Jean Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (27 Rentals)
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Eastpointe

13927 E Canfield St, Unit 13933

The Jefferson

564 Marquette Dr

4055 Beniteau St
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5074 Chalmers St

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Vinetta Lofts

4708 Lakewood St

13927 E Canfield St, Unit 13927
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2282 Belvidere St

5251 Lakeview St

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Hibbard Tower

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5342 Cooper St

1084 Van Dyke St
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2174 Springle St
St Jean, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St Jean?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Jean Studio Apartments | $846 | $682 | $1,100 |
| St Jean 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $853 | $2,250 |
| St Jean 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $950 | $2,375 |
| St Jean 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,100 | $3,019 |
| St Jean 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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Cheapest Available St Jean Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the St Jean area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Eastpointe priced from $730. The Jefferson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $939. Here are the most affordable St Jean apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 1 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| 5074 Chalmers St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 960 | 2BR,1BA | $1,066 |
| The Coe at West Village | The Earl | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Jean, MI
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Jean area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2404 Baldwin St Model at 2404 Baldwin St, Unit 2404 in the in the Islandview neighborhood starting from $1,472. The second greatest value St Jean apartment is the 2282 Belvidere St Model at 2282 Belvidere St starting at $1,450 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Jean apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2404 Baldwin St, Unit 2404 | 2404 Baldwin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 2282 Belvidere St | 2282 Belvidere St | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Jefferson | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| The Coe at West Village | The Earl | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 3 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSt Jean, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Jean Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St Jean?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St Jean is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St Jean?
The cheapest apartment in St Jean is Eastpointe which is listed at $853, while the average apartment in St Jean costs $3,414.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St Jean?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in St Jean that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in St Jean?
Cheap apartments in St Jean have an average cost of $170 which is $3,244 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St Jean.
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