
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dowagiac, MI from $599 (55 Rentals)
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303 Courtland St, Unit 3

403 Pennsylvania Ave

403 Pennsylvania Ave

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122 Oak St, Unit 122 1/2 Oak St

Hillcrest Apartments

Eagle's Wood

Indian Hills Apartments and Townhomes

217 Lester Ave

Midway Apartments
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Emerald Pointe Apartments

Hickory Village Apartments

McDowell Apartments

Lawrence Downs

Grey Ridge Apartments

Indian Springs Apartments
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Williamsburg Mishawaka

Avalon Woods Apartment Homes

Regency Apartments

North Pointe Apartments

Runaway Bay

The Element @ St Andrews

North Lake

Georgetown Apartments
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The Highlands Apartments

Indian Lakes Apartments

Summer Place

Hurwich Farms Apartments

University Park

52599 Emmons Rd

Griffin Estates Apartments

Elevate on Main

Spring Lake Apartments

Springs at Mishawaka
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742 Broadway

Berrien Crossroads Apartments

201 N Main St

Park Manor Apartments

304 N Main St

Village West Apartments

Spansail Court Apartments

Decatur Downs

4762 Greenfield Dr

9015 Midway Dr
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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 | $1,161 | $909 | $1,950 |
| Dowagiac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $800 | $2,205 |
| Dowagiac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $845 | $2,595 |
| Dowagiac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $780 | $3,045 |
| Dowagiac 4 Bedroom Apartments | $599 | $599 | $599 |
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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 $835. Castle Point in the Outer East North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $879. 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 | $835 |
| Castle Point | Balmoral One Bed A 737 | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | 1B/1B-Up | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $909 |
| Lawrence Downs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| McDowell Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Indian Springs Apartments | THE CARLISLE | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Briarwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dowagiac, MI and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dowagiac area is the $1.03 price per square foot Style G Model at Avalon Woods Apartment Homes in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,070. The second greatest value Dowagiac apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at North Lake starting at $1,105 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Evergreen 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Woods Apartment Homes | Style G | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| North Lake | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 122 Oak St, Unit 122 1/2 Oak St | 122 Oak St | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Griffin Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments | Oxbow | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Spansail Court Apartments | The Oak - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| McDowell Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 2 BDR | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | 1B/1B-Up | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Midway Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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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 $909.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dowagiac Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dowagiac Apartment is $835 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 $920 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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