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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Detroit, MI from $400 (21 Rentals)
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DetroitMI48227
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1000 Whitmore
1000 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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825 Whitmore
825 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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381 Covington
381 Covington DrDetroit, MI 48203
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Merton Road
1000 Merton RdDetroit, MI 48203
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300 Whitmore
300 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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Parkway Apartments
641-711 Covington DrDetroit, MI 48203
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900 Whitmore
900 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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950 Whitmore
950 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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Brookhaven Apartments
13725 LasalleDetroit, MI 48238
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850 Whitmore
850 Whitmore RdDetroit, MI 48203
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15388 Appoline St
15378-15388 Appoline StDetroit, MI 48227
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Florentine East
731 CovingtonDetroit, MI 48203
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Covington Terrace
17500 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48203
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Manchester Place Apartments
14350 2nd AveHighland Park, MI 48203
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$625 - $725Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Woodford Apartments
10 Ferris StHighland Park, MI 48203
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Florentine West
757 Covington DrHighland Park, MI 48203
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Palmer Park Luxor
17655 Manderson RdHighland Park, MI 48203
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Palmer Park Garden Apartments
17111 2nd AveHighland Park, MI 48203
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University District, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University District Studio Apartments | $831 | $625 | $920 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $959 | $410 | $1,400 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $457 | $1,450 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $525 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Place Apartments priced from $410. The Woodford Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Manchester Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $410 |
| The Woodford Apartments | Studio w/ Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Florentine West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Palmer Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 2333-2335 W Grand St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, MI
As of February 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 15860 Linwood St Model at 15860 Linwood St, Unit Upper Unit starting at $1,350 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Pembroke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 15860 Linwood St, Unit Upper Unit | 15860 Linwood St | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 16224 Kentucky St, Unit Top 2 | 16224 Kentucky St | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Sherwood Heights | The Barnsdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Palmer Lane Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Manchester Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Florentine West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Woodford Apartments | Studio w/ Kitchenette | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University District is under $1,245.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is Manchester Place Apartments which is listed at $410, while the average apartment in University District costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?
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 4 regular apartments in University District 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 University District?
Cheap apartments in University District have an average cost of $189 which is $1,106 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
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