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Uptown Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Place Apartments priced from $410. New Center Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $585. Here are the most affordable Uptown Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$410
New Center CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$585
2023 Tuxedo StStudio1BR,1BA$595
Holbrook ApartmentsStudio 1 Bathroom - 329 HolbrookStudio,1BA$640
Bedford ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$645
Brookhaven Apartments11BR,1BA$650
Northend Village3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$653
Seward ManorLarge StudioStudio,1BA$695
100 GlynnUnit E1BR,1BA$725
Hazelwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$746

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Detroit, MI

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Detroit area is the $0.68 price per square foot 86 Englewood St Model at 86 Englewood St, Unit 92 in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Uptown Detroit apartment is the 9638 Joseph Campau St Model at 9638 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9638 2W starting at $1,750 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Downtown Hamtramck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
86 Englewood St, Unit 9286 Englewood St4BR,1BA$0.68
9638 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9638 2W9638 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.83
20216 Stratford Rd, Unit 2021620216 Stratford Rd2BR,2BA$1.00
Highland ManorThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.93
Northend Village2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.75
Hazelwood Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.94
Santa Rosa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.89
Village Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.04
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.63
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

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Uptown Detroit, Detroit, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Michigan and customized analysis for Detroit, Michigan. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Detroit Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Detroit?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Detroit is at New Center Commons listed at $585.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Detroit Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Detroit Apartment is $410 at Manchester Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Detroit Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Detroit is starting from $457 at Manchester Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Uptown Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Manchester Place Apartments and starts from $525.

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