
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dowagiac, MI from $400 (52 Rentals)
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Indian Hills Apartments and Townhomes

Hillcrest Apartments

Eagle's Wood

Midway Apartments

Golden Oak Village

North Lake

Hickory Village Apartments

Avalon West Apartment Homes

Regency Apartments
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Forest Glen Apartments

Castle Point

Spansail Court Apartments

Emerald Pointe Apartments

Indian Springs Apartments

McDowell Apartments

Lawrence Downs

Grey Ridge Apartments

Briarwood Apartments

Avalon Woods Apartment Homes
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Runaway Bay

GrandView Flats and Townhomes

Indian Lakes Apartments

Williamsburg Mishawaka

The Highlands Apartments

Georgetown Apartments

Hurwich Farms Apartments

The Element @ St Andrews

North Pointe Apartments

University Park
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Spring Lake Apartments

Griffin Estates Apartments

Elevate on Main

Springs at Mishawaka

Summer Place Apartments

121 S 3rd St

5454 1/2 Deans Hill Rd

Berrien Crossroads Apartments

Park Manor Apartments

Village West Apartments
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618 Superior St

Decatur Downs

929 Beale St

1644 N Adams St

907 Sprucewood Ln

1621 N Adams St

915-917 E Main St

1033 W Beale St

1918 N Byrkit Ave

917 Pearl St
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Dowagiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dowagiac?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dowagiac Studio Apartments | $1,130 | $650 | $1,950 |
| Dowagiac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $750 | $1,821 |
| Dowagiac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $825 | $2,521 |
| Dowagiac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $780 | $3,200 |
| Dowagiac 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $777 | $3,375 |
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Cheapest Available Dowagiac Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dowagiac, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Midway Apartments priced from $800. Hickory Village Apartments in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dowagiac apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midway Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Castle Point | Balmoral | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Spansail Court Apartments | The Pine - 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $907 |
| Regency Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath Upper | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| McDowell Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Lawrence Downs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments | Horseshoe | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dowagiac, MI and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dowagiac area is the $0.97 price per square foot Three Bedroom Apartment Model at North Lake in the in the Evergreen neighborhood starting from $1,170. The second greatest value Dowagiac apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Highlands Apartments starting at $1,423 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Rivercreek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dowagiac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Lake | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| The Highlands Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| University Edge | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| McDowell Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Spansail Court Apartments | The Oak - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Irish Row | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Castle Point | Balmoral | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments | Horseshoe | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Midway Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Best Local Schools in Dowagiac, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dowagiac Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dowagiac?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dowagiac is at Hickory Village Apartments listed at $870.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dowagiac Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dowagiac Apartment is $800 at Midway Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dowagiac Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dowagiac is starting from $910 at Midway Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dowagiac Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dowagiac Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Glen Apartments and starts from $1,165.
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