Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (52 Rentals)

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Mimosa Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mimosa Apartments

1360 Seward StDetroit, MI 48206
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Hancock Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hancock Court

665 W Hancock StDetroit, MI 48201
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Valson
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valson

5855 4th StDetroit, MI 48202
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MLK on 2nd
1 Bedroom Apartments

MLK on 2nd

3515 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48201
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The Renaud & Touraine
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Renaud & Touraine

4762-4744 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48201
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University Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Meadows

4500 Trumbull StDetroit, MI 48208
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The Belnord
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Belnord

324 Hendrie StDetroit, MI 48202
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The Richmond
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Richmond

656 Lothrop RdDetroit, MI 48202
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Heather Hall
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Heather Hall

3444 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48201

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The Villa Lante
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Villa Lante

663 Prentis StDetroit, MI 48201
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Seward Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seward Gardens

870 Seward StDetroit, MI 48202
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TheFinnMidtown
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

TheFinnMidtown

678 Selden StDetroit, MI 48201
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The Orington
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Orington

459 Prentis StDetroit, MI 48201
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Orchestra Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Orchestra Tower

3501 Woodward AveDetroit, MI 48201
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Strathmore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Strathmore Apartments

70 W Alexandrine StDetroit, MI 48201
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Selden Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Selden Manor

686 Selden StDetroit, MI 48201
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Newberry Hall
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newberry Hall

100 E Willis StDetroit, MI 48201
Corporate Housing
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Wayne State University, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wayne State University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wayne State University area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTS priced from $663. Seward Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Wayne State University apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTSThe WarrenStudio,1BA$663
Seward ManorLarge StudioStudio,1BA$695
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$790
Villa Lante ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
The BelcrestCo-Living StudioStudio,1BA$850
DREAMTROITType B studioStudio,1BA$850
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$899
WellesleyStudioStudio,1BA$899
The BarlumStudioStudio,1BA$899
4535 Commonwealth StStudioStudio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wayne State University area is the $1.08 price per square foot 4 Bed Model at Historic Style, Modern Comforts, Prime Location in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $1,733. The second greatest value Wayne State University apartment is the 7428 Dunedin St Model at 7428 Dunedin St, Unit 1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wayne State University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Historic Style, Modern Comforts, Prime Location4 Bed4BR,1BA$1.08
7428 Dunedin St, Unit 17428 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.07
7426 Dunedin St, Unit LL7426 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.07
Brainard Street Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.16
Westwill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
1926 Seward St, Unit 11926 Seward St2BR,1BA$1.44
1943 W Bethune St, Unit 41943 W Bethune St1BR,1BA$1.50
1945 W Bethune St, Unit 21945 W Bethune St1BR,1BA$1.50
WellesleyStudioStudio ,1BA$1.50
Seward ManorLarge StudioStudio ,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Ranked #22

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Wayne State University, Detroit, and the greater Detroit area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wayne State University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Wayne State University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wayne State University is under $925.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wayne State University?

The cheapest apartment in Wayne State University is Villa Lante Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Wayne State University costs $1,890.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wayne State University?

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 20 regular apartments in Wayne State University 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 Wayne State University?

Cheap apartments in Wayne State University have an average cost of $292 which is $1,598 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wayne State University.

Expert Rental Resources

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