Cheap Homes for Rent in Wayne State University Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,500 (27 Rentals)

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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
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$700
Bedford ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$715
The LindleyStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$750
Villa Lante ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
DREAMTROITType B studioStudio,1BA$800
Heather HallStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$835
The BelcrestCo-Living StudioStudio,1BA$850
The Rochelle aka Fourth WillisStudio AptStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wayne State University area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath With a Den Model at 5764 Woodward in the in the Art Center neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Wayne State University apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Trumbull Terrace starting at $1,695 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Downtown 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.
5764 Woodward2 Bedroom 2 Bath With a Den2BR,2BA$1.50
Trumbull Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.67
Westwill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
The CommodoreFurnished 1 Bdrm Apt.1BR,1BA$1.22
University ClubTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.71
Devenir District- 711 W Alexandrine1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.60
St. Antoine Gardens1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.58
71 Garfield StStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.40
DREAMTROITType B studioStudio ,1BA$1.67
Seward ManorLarge StudioStudio ,1BA$1.54

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Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Ranked #19

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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 277 Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI with pricing that ranges from $672 to $3,999. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wayne State University ranging from $1,500 to $5,000.

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 $1,500 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,452.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wayne State University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wayne State University range from $950 to $3,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,733.

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