
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tech Town Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $585 (37 Rentals)
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The Richmond

691 Seward

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The Barlum

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The Belcrest

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702 E Ferry St

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The Kahn

676 E Ferry St, Unit 2 Bedroom

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626 E. Ferry - FDR

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223 E Ferry St

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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 | $1,078 | $585 | $1,430 |
| Tech Town 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $605 | $2,084 |
| Tech Town 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $705 | $3,500 |
| Tech Town 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,171 | $3,250 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Richmond priced from $745. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Richmond | Live in the Heart of New Center – Modern Comfor... | 1BR, 1BA | $745 |
| 691 Seward | 1B/1B | 1BR, 1BA | $786 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $905 |
| The Belcrest | Studio Medium - 10 Stack | Studio, 1BA | $995 |
| The Isabelle | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $995 |
| Millwood Apartments | Studio-1 | Studio, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Elaine Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
| 73 E Palmer St | One Bed | 1BR, 1BA | $1,255 |
| Piquette Flats | Avanti Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,305 |
| The Amsterdam Lofts | B1 - Affordable Program One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tech Town, MI
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tech Town area is the $1.27 price per square foot Market Rent 2 Bed Model at Palmer Court Apartments in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,603. The second greatest value Tech Town apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Lofts at New Amsterdam in the Art Center neighborhood starting at $1,582 with a $1.28 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Court Apartments | Market Rent 2 Bed | 2BR, 2BA | $1.27 |
| The Lofts at New Amsterdam | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.28 |
| 223 E Ferry St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.97 |
| Graphic Arts Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.05 |
| Elaine Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.56 |
| Kirby Manor | 07's-Manor View | 2BR, 1BA | $2.20 |
| 73 E Palmer St | One Bed | 1BR, 1BA | $1.79 |
| 691 Seward | 1B/1B | 1BR, 1BA | $1.41 |
| The Richmond | 1B/1B + Garage Parking | 1BR, 1BA | $1.75 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.18 |
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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 $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tech Town?
The cheapest apartment in Tech Town is The Richmond which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Tech Town costs $1,500.
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 2 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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