
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St Jean Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (17 Rentals)
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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 | $828 | $682 | $1,100 |
| St Jean 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,099 | $853 | $2,250 |
| St Jean 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $825 | $2,375 |
| St Jean 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,100 | $3,019 |
| St Jean 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the St Jean Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 |
| 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 March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Jean area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2502 Baldwin St Model at 2502 Baldwin St, Unit 1 in the in the Islandview neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value St Jean apartment is the 2B 940 Model at Van Dyke Village Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2502 Baldwin St, Unit 1 | 2502 Baldwin St | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 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 2 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
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 $190 which is $3,224 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St Jean.
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