
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Farmington Neighborhood of Farmington, MI from $700 (38 Rentals)
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33354 Kingslane Ct

35240 W 8 Mile Rd

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Freedom Village

35246 W 8 Mile Rd

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35248 W 8 Mile Rd

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22600 Middlebelt Rd

Z on Kingslane

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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 | $725 | $725 | $725 |
| Downtown Farmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $850 | $1,760 |
| Downtown Farmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $975 | $2,034 |
| Downtown Farmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $2,059 | $2,131 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 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 $725. Maple Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. 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 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Brm/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Freedom Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Country Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Cedaridge | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Stoneridge Manor | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Lakeview Apartments of Farmington Hills | Heritage Garden Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Tapiola Village Senior Apartments | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Drakeshire | Oakshire | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Windemere Apartments | Bluebell | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Farmington, MI
As of June 04, 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 Riverbank - with Garage or Carport Model at Jamestown Apartments starting at $1,110 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Farmington Hills City Center 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 |
| Jamestown Apartments | Riverbank - with Garage or Carport | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 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 |
| Drakeshire | Oakshire | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Apple Ridge Apartments - Livonia, MI | The Melrose | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Country Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Windemere Apartments | Bluebell | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Farmington Manor Apartments | 1 Brm 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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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 $850 at Farmington Manor 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 $975 at Maple Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Farmington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Farmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Muirwood Terraces and Apartments and starts from $2,076.
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