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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Detroit, MI from $400 (18 Rentals)
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$410 - $1,3001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Manchester Place Apartments
14350 2nd AveHighland Park, MI 48203
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$525 - $7001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Florentine West
757 Covington DrHighland 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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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 | $918 | $625 | $1,035 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $926 | $410 | $1,195 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $457 | $1,495 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $525 | $1,340 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 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. Florentine West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $410 |
| Florentine West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| The Woodford Apartments | Studio w/ Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Brookhaven Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, MI
As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value University District apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Highland Manor starting at $1,161 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the University District 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Highland Manor | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| 17147 Prairie St, Unit 17149 | 17147 Prairie St | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| RCI Shelbourne | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Palmer Park Square | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Florentine West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| The Baxter Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Manchester Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| 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 $995.
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 $1,143.
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 6 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 $954 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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