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West Side Detroit, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Side Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side Detroit area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Place Apartments priced from $410. Florentine West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable West Side Detroit apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$410
Florentine WestOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
2023 Tuxedo StStudio1BR,1BA$595
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621
Top of the Drive ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
The Woodford ApartmentsStudio w/ KitchenetteStudio,1BA$625
Franklin Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$646
Brookhaven Apartments11BR,1BA$650
Stanley Manor Apartments1 - bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Veridian Group LLC, DBA Woodland Arms ApartmentsWe have a clean updated 1 Bedroom Apartment rea...1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side Detroit, MI

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side Detroit area is the $0.80 price per square foot 4114 Pingree St Model at 4114 Pingree St, Unit LL in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value West Side Detroit apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Highland Manor starting at $1,161 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4114 Pingree St, Unit LL4114 Pingree St3BR,1BA$0.80
Highland ManorThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.93
17147 Prairie St, Unit 1714917147 Prairie St2BR,1BA$0.82
Chicago TownhomesChicago Townhomes - 209212BR,1BA$0.95
2215 Lansing St2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Santa Rosa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.89
Florentine WestTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.81
16217 Greenfield1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.97
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.63
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99

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West Side Detroit, Detroit, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Side Detroit

What type of rentals are currently available in West Side Detroit?

There are currently 679 Apartments for Rent in West Side Detroit, MI with pricing that ranges from $410 to $3,000. There are also 584 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side Detroit ranging from $545 to $3,930.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side Detroit?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side Detroit ranges from $545 to $3,930 with an average monthly rent of $1,749.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Side Detroit?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Side Detroit range from $525 to $2,538, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,930. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,075 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,450.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.