
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tech Town Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (15 Rentals)
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691 Seward

The Belcrest

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Tech Town, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tech Town?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tech Town Studio Apartments | $1,170 | $585 | $1,635 |
| Tech Town 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $858 | $2,638 |
| Tech Town 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $954 | $3,750 |
| Tech Town 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $1,171 | $2,772 |
| Tech Town 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $1,733 | $1,733 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tech Town Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Tech Town Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tech Town area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at New Center Commons priced from $585. 691 Seward has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $786. Here are the most affordable Tech Town apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Center Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $585 |
| 691 Seward | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $786 |
| The Belcrest | Co-Living Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| St Regis House Apartments | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tech Town, MI
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tech Town area is the $1.08 price per square foot 4 Bed Model at Historic Style, Modern Comforts, Prime Location in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,733. The second greatest value Tech Town apartment is the Hendrie Lofts-2 Bed-2 Bath Model at Hendrie Lofts starting at $1,900 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Art Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tech Town apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Style, Modern Comforts, Prime Location | 4 Bed | 4BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Hendrie Lofts | Hendrie Lofts-2 Bed-2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Elaine Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Boulevard | Baltimore | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 691 Seward | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| New Center Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| The Isabelle | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
| St Regis House Apartments | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| The Belcrest | Co-Living Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tech Town Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tech Town?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tech Town is under $1,615.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tech Town?
The cheapest apartment in Tech Town is 691 Seward which is listed at $786, while the average apartment in Tech Town costs $1,930.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tech Town?
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 1 regular apartments in Tech Town that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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