
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Twelve Mile Road Neighborhood of Farmington, MI from $900 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Twelve Mile Road area of Farmington.


1630 N Pontiac Trl

2159 Decker Rd

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Hunters Ridge

Tree Top Meadows

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Brownstones

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Wexford

Innova

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38887 Country Cir

1625 Mariner Dr

27689 Echo Valley W

1527 Mariner Dr

6687 Maple Lakes Dr

38926 Country Cir

6560 Ridgefield Cir

6625 Fireside Ct

38887 Country Cir
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Twelve Mile Road, Farmington, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Twelve Mile Road?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve Mile Road 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $990 | $2,585 |
| Twelve Mile Road 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,265 | $5,344 |
| Twelve Mile Road 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $2,064 | $6,558 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Twelve Mile Road Neighborhood of Farmington, MI.
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Cheapest Available Twelve Mile Road Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Twelve Mile Road area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Independence Green priced from $990. 1630 N Pontiac Trl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Twelve Mile Road apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Green | Washington - Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 1630 N Pontiac Trl | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Kendallwood Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Hunters Ridge | Arrowhead | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Muirwood Terraces and Apartments | The Exeter | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| Citation Club Apartments | Blue Ribbon | 1BR,1BA | $1,471 |
| The Ascent at Farmington Hills | Pine w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 83 West | The Rockwell | 2BR,2BA | $1,555 |
| Spring Valley | Marquette | 2BR,2BA | $1,562 |
| Village Club of Farmington Hills | The Camelot | 2BR,1BA | $1,735 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Twelve Mile Road, MI
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Twelve Mile Road area is the $1.11 price per square foot Malvern Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Farmington Road neighborhood starting from $2,463. The second greatest value Twelve Mile Road apartment is the Heatherfield - includes a 1 car garage Model at Aldingbrooke Apartments starting at $2,316 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Farmington Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Twelve Mile Road apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Apartments | Malvern | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| Aldingbrooke Apartments | Heatherfield - includes a 1 car garage | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Hunters Ridge | Bergamot | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 83 West | The Pine | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Foxpointe Townhomes | The Atlantic (2BR / 2.5BA) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| Amberly Apartments | Orchard II | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Ascent at Farmington Hills | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Spring Valley | Marquette | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Kendallwood Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1630 N Pontiac Trl | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Best Local Schools in Twelve Mile Road, Farmington, MI
Meadowbrook Elementary School
North Farmington High School
Walnut Creek Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Twelve Mile Road Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Twelve Mile Road?
The cheapest apartment in Twelve Mile Road is Independence Green which is listed at $990, while the average apartment in Twelve Mile Road costs $2,763.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Twelve Mile Road?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 49 regular apartments in Twelve Mile Road that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Twelve Mile Road?
Cheap apartments in Twelve Mile Road have an average cost of $387 which is $2,376 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Twelve Mile Road.
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