
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Drayton Plains, MI from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Adams Lake Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments

Colony Hill Apartments

Heritage Park East

Greyberry Park Apartments

Cass Lake Shore Club

34 North of Waterford
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Chalet Villa Lakefront Community

Edgewood Park Apartments

Woodlake Hills

Ashton Pines

Independence Square Apartments

Cherokee Hills Apartments

Glengarry Park - Waterford Twp, MI

Pine Lake Apartments

Elizabeth Lake Estates
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Crescent Manor

Bridgewater Park

Laketree

Waterford Pines

The Crossing at Auburn Hills

Grosvenor North Townhomes

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Greens Lake Apartments

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Hidden Lakes Apartments

3188 Sashabaw Rd
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54 E Princeton Ave

62 Madison Ct

4081 Airport Rd

Driftwood Apartments

866 Amanda Ln

85 E Beverly Ave

44 Canal Dr

97 W Rundell St

CLARKSTON APT
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57 E Beverly Ave

136 S River Dr

Lakeland Place
Drayton Plains, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drayton Plains?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton Plains Studio Apartments | $808 | $693 | $987 |
| Drayton Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $750 | $1,785 |
| Drayton Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $850 | $2,700 |
| Drayton Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $1,475 | $2,325 |
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Cheapest Available Drayton Plains Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Drayton Plains, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Adams Lake Apartments in the Forestbrook neighborhood priced from $750. Colony Hill Apartments in the Forestbrook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Drayton Plains apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Colony Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Heritage Park East | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Greyberry Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Primrose | 1BR,1BA | $903 |
| Cass Lake Shore Club | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Chalet Villa Lakefront Community | 1/1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Edgewood Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Ashton Pines | Frasier | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Woodlake Hills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Drayton Plains, MI and Nearby
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Drayton Plains area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Large Model at Cass Lake Shore Club in the in the Forestbrook neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Drayton Plains apartment is the 2B15B5 Model at Elizabeth Lake Estates starting at $1,425 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Forestbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Drayton Plains apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cass Lake Shore Club | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Elizabeth Lake Estates | 2B15B5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Independence Square Apartments | 21B- 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Colony Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Heritage Park East | 2 Bedroom Apartment Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Crescent Manor | Deluxe 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Adams Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Pine Lake Apartments | The Spruce | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Woodlake Hills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Greyberry Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Drayton Plains Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Drayton Plains Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Drayton Plains Apartment is $750 at Adams Lake Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Drayton Plains Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Drayton Plains is starting from $850 at Adams Lake Apartments.
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