Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (94 Rentals)

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Bethune Lofts
$1,050 - $1,850
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Bethune Lofts

1800 W Bethune StDetroit, MI 48206
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  • Low Income

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92 E Forest Ave
$1,100 - $2,500
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92 E Forest Ave

92 E Forest AveDetroit, MI 48201
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Elaine Lofts
$1,250 - $1,850
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Elaine Lofts

5918 Saint Antoine StDetroit, MI 48202
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

658 W Forest Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

658 W Forest Ave
DetroitMI48201

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Mimosa Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mimosa Apartments

1360 Seward StDetroit, MI 48206
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Valson
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valson

5855 4th StDetroit, MI 48202
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Hancock Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hancock Court

665 W Hancock StDetroit, MI 48201
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MLK on 2nd
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MLK on 2nd

3515 2nd AveDetroit, MI 48201
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Bedford Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bedford Apartments

1160 Seward StDetroit, MI 48202
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Seward Manor
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Seward Manor

1190 Seward StDetroit, MI 48206
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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. Heather Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $705. 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
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$705
The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis1 Bedroom Apt1BR,1BA$850
BrainardOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$890
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$899
The BarlumStudioStudio,1BA$899
Pallister Plaisance Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
DREAMTROITType B studioStudio,1BA$950
Sterling ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$959

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wayne State University area is the $1.02 price per square foot 7428 Dunedin St Model at 7428 Dunedin St, Unit 1 in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Wayne State University apartment is the 7426 Dunedin St Model at 7426 Dunedin St, Unit LL starting at $1,425 with a $1.02 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.
7428 Dunedin St, Unit 17428 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.02
7426 Dunedin St, Unit LL7426 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.02
Palmer Court ApartmentsMarket Rent 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.27
Brainard Street Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.16
The CommodoreFurnished 1 -Bedroom Apt.1BR,1BA$1.56
1926 Seward St, Unit 11926 Seward St2BR,1BA$1.44
1943 W Bethune St, Unit 41943 W Bethune St1BR,1BA$1.39
1945 W Bethune St, Unit 21945 W Bethune St1BR,1BA$1.39
The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis1 Bedroom Apt1BR,1BA$1.55
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.53

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Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Ranked #30

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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 $959.

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

The cheapest apartment in Wayne State University is The Rochelle aka Fourth Willis which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Wayne State University costs $1,850.

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 $591 which is $1,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wayne State University.

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