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property at 6212 Avery St

$1,425

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6212 Avery St

DetroitMI48208
property at 6212 Avery St

$1,425

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

6212 Avery St

DetroitMI48208

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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI

As of January 23, 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wayne State University

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

There are currently 283 Apartments for Rent in Wayne State University, MI with pricing that ranges from $663 to $3,750. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wayne State University ranging from $1,190 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 $1,190 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,946.

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 $2,772, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,190 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,733.

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