
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Woodward Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (38 Rentals)
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28Grand

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Woodward, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Woodward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodward Studio Apartments | $1,242 | $660 | $2,475 |
| Woodward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $750 | $5,240 |
| Woodward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $1,150 | $6,450 |
| Woodward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,700 | $2,800 | $5,140 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Woodward Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Woodward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Woodward area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Henry Street Apartments priced from $660. New Cadillac Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Woodward apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $660 |
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | Studio / One Bathroom ($795) | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| The Amo | The Clifford | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Barlum | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| The Pavilion | Antietam | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| 28Grand | Unit C | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| CBD Detroit Apartments | Studio Affordable Program Sd-AFF | Studio,1BA | $1,140 |
| The Ashley | The Theodore | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Woodward, MI
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Woodward area is the $1.73 price per square foot C3PH - Penthouse Model at The Millie on Brush in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $2,445. The second greatest value Woodward apartment is the Brownstone - 2/2 Model at River Place starting at $1,800 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Woodward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millie on Brush | C3PH - Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| River Place | Brownstone - 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Pavilion | Diamond Jefferson | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| DuCharme Place Apartments | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Elliott Building R | The Arcade - ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Westwill Apartments Midtown | The Canfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Henry Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Union at Midtown | 2x2 Individual Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| City Place Detroit | Renovated Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWoodward, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Woodward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Woodward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Woodward is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Woodward?
The cheapest apartment in Woodward is New Cadillac Square Apartments which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Woodward costs $3,432.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Woodward?
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 35 regular apartments in Woodward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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