
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dowagiac, MI from $400 (47 Rentals)
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Hillcrest Apartments

Eagle's Wood

Midway Apartments

Castle Point

Golden Oak Village

Avalon West Apartment Homes

Hickory Village Apartments

Forest Glen Apartments
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Spansail Court Apartments

Emerald Pointe Apartments

Briarwood Apartments

McDowell Apartments

Lawrence Downs

Indian Springs Apartments

North Lake

Grey Ridge Apartments

600 Pearl St
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Regency Apartments

Avalon Woods Apartment Homes

Williamsburg Mishawaka

The Element @ St Andrews

Runaway Bay

GrandView Flats and Townhomes

Indian Lakes Apartments

The Highlands Apartments

North Pointe Apartments
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Georgetown Apartments

University Park

Hurwich Farms Apartments

Griffin Estates Apartments

Summer Place Apartments

Elevate on Main

Spring Lake Apartments

Springs at Mishawaka

2014 Lathrop St
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2254 Huey St

Berrien Crossroads Apartments

Park Manor Apartments

Village West Apartments

Decatur Downs

2554 Little St

1968 Taube Ave

1198 Hurd Ave

113 W Dewey St
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917 Pearl St

237 E Arbor St
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 | $1,211 | $883 | $1,950 |
| Dowagiac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $750 | $1,795 |
| Dowagiac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $825 | $2,452 |
| Dowagiac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $780 | $3,200 |
| Dowagiac 4 Bedroom Apartments | $777 | $599 | $1,050 |
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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. Avalon West Apartment Homes in the Bower neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Castle Point | Balmoral One Bed A 737 | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
| Briarwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Spansail Court Apartments | The Pine - 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $907 |
| McDowell Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| 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 July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dowagiac area is the $1.08 price per square foot Two Bedroom Apartment Model at North Lake in the in the Evergreen neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Dowagiac apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Griffin Estates Apartments starting at $1,289 with a $1.34 price per square foot . 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 | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Griffin Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Castle Point | Windsor One Bed w/Den C 887 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| McDowell Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Indian Springs Apartments | THE CARMEL | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Georgetown Apartments | Carlisle | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Irish Row | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 2 BDR | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 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
Justus Gage Elementary School
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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 GrandView Flats and Townhomes listed at $1,070.
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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