Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Detroit Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (111 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Uptown Detroit area of Detroit.

property at 15608 Wabash St

$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15608 Wabash St

DetroitMI48238

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property at 17189 Santa Rosa Dr

$800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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17189 Santa Rosa Dr

DetroitMI48221

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property at 15444 Appoline St

$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15444 Appoline St

DetroitMI48227

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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
HolbrookCortez Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$710
Belmont ManorStudioStudio,1BA$720
100 GlynnUnit E1BR,1BA$725
Greenview Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Detroit, MI

As of April 09, 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
RCI Covington Townhouses2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.00
7428 Dunedin St, Unit 17428 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.04
7426 Dunedin St, Unit LL7426 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.04
Highland ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.87
Puritan Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.99
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown Detroit?

There are currently 620 Apartments for Rent in Uptown Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $464 to $5,490. There are also 266 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown Detroit ranging from $525 to $3,150.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown Detroit?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown Detroit ranges from $525 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,447.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Uptown Detroit?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Uptown Detroit range from $960 to $5,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

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 and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

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The auto industry remains the largest employment sector in the Motor City and surrounding communities, though the metro area has a significant presence in other sectors, including medical and financial services.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.