Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (270 Rentals)

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12775 Plymouth Rd
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12775 Plymouth RdDetroit, MI 48227
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$760 - $1,045

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3295 Rochester St

DetroitMI48206

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property at 17189 Santa Rosa Dr

$800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Apr 5

17189 Santa Rosa Dr

DetroitMI48221

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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 Studio unit found at New Center Commons priced from $585. 2023 Tuxedo St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable Uptown Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
New Center CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$585
2023 Tuxedo StStudio1BR,1BA$595
120 Glynn Ct.StudioStudio,1BA$595
Hazelwood ManorStudioStudio,1BA$600
12775 Plymouth RdStudioStudio,1BA$605
The Woodford ApartmentsStudio w/ KitchenetteStudio,1BA$625
Belmont ManorStudioStudio,1BA$720
HolbrookCortez Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$725
100 GlynnUnit E1BR,1BA$725
Greenview Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Detroit, MI

As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Detroit area is the $0.96 price per square foot single family home Model at 2509 Gladstone St in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Uptown Detroit apartment is the 9644 Joseph Campau St Model at 9644 Joseph Campau St, Unit 2W starting at $1,850 with a $0.75 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.
2509 Gladstone Stsingle family home6BR,3BA$0.96
9644 Joseph Campau St, Unit 2W9644 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.75
330 Westminster Stsingle famiy home3BR,1BA$0.91
15849 Indiana St, Unit Upper unit15849 Indiana St2BR,1BA$0.60
7428 Dunedin St, Unit 17428 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.04
7426 Dunedin St, Unit LL7426 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.04
RCI Covington Townhouses2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.00
Puritan Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.99
12775 Plymouth RdStudioStudio ,1BA$1.10
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

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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 $595 at 2023 Tuxedo St.

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 $705 at New Center Commons.

What is the most affordable Uptown Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Detroit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 74-74 Pilgrim St and starts from $1,275.

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