Cheap Homes for Rent in the Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,100 (22 Rentals)

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property at 702 E Ferry St

$1,500

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$1,500

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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702 E Ferry St

DetroitMI48202
property at 3930 Trumbull

$1,500

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$1,500

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3930 Trumbull, Unit 1

3930 Trumbull
DetroitMI48208
property at 4766 Commonwealth St

$1,500

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4766 Commonwealth St, Unit 1N

4766 Commonwealth St
DetroitMI48208

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property at 4836 Commonwealth St

$1,575

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$1,575

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 7

4836 Commonwealth St

DetroitMI48208

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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. The Richmond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. 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
The Richmond1B/1B1BR,1BA$745
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$780
DREAMTROITType B studioStudio,1BA$883
The BelcrestStudio Co-LivingStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wayne State University area is the $0.81 price per square foot 1528 Virginia Park St Model at 1528 Virginia Park St, Unit 1528A in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Wayne State University apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at West Euclid Gateway starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 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.
1528 Virginia Park St, Unit 1528A1528 Virginia Park St3BR,1BA$0.81
West Euclid Gateway3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.00
Palmer Court ApartmentsMarket Rent 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.27
Brainard Street Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.21
4640 17th St, Unit 14640 17th St2BR,1BA$1.58
The CommodoreFurnished 1 -Bedroom Apt.1BR,1BA$1.56
Union at Midtown2x2 Individual Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Strathmore ApartmentsA7 Affordable1BR,1BA$1.25
DREAMTROITType B studioStudio ,1BA$1.73
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.70

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Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wayne State University

What type of rentals are currently available in Wayne State University?

There are currently 276 Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI with pricing that ranges from $663 to $3,500. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wayne State University ranging from $1,100 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wayne State University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wayne State University ranges from $1,100 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,949.

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