
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Farmington Neighborhood of Farmington, MI from $700 (37 Rentals)
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Downtown Farmington, Farmington, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Farmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Farmington Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Downtown Farmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $800 | $1,577 |
| Downtown Farmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $900 | $2,000 |
| Downtown Farmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $2,093 | $2,142 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Farmington Neighborhood of Farmington, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Farmington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Farmington area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Farmington Manor Apartments priced from $700. Maple Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Farmington apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington Manor Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Brm/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Freedom Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cedaridge | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Lakeview Apartments of Farmington Hills | Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Stoneridge Manor | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Drakeshire | Oakshire | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| 23220 FARMINGTON GROUP, LLC. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | Welcome to Walnut Creek Apartments!-CALL FOR AV... | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| Farmington View Apartments - Farmington Hills, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Farmington, MI
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Farmington area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Greenwoods Apartments in the in the Livonia North neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown Farmington apartment is the Snapdragon Deluxe Model at Windemere Apartments starting at $1,433 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Farmington Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Farmington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwoods Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Windemere Apartments | Snapdragon Deluxe | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Freedom Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Stoneridge Manor | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Cedaridge | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Apple Ridge Apartments - Livonia, MI | The Melrose | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Drakeshire | Oakshire | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 23220 FARMINGTON GROUP, LLC. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Farmington Manor Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Brm/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Farmington, Farmington, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Farmington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Farmington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Farmington Apartment is $800 at Maple Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Farmington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Farmington is starting from $900 at Maple Ridge Apartments.
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