Cheap Homes for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Franklin, MI from $1,200 (14 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the West Side area of Franklin.

property at 928 N Adams Rd

$1,650

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,650

Total Monthly Price
$1,650

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

928 N Adams Rd, Unit 8

928 N Adams Rd
BirminghamMI48009

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

property at 327 Southfield Rd

$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,800

Total Monthly Price
$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

327 Southfield Rd, Unit #3BS

327 Southfield Rd
BirminghamMI48009
property at 28069 Brentwood St

$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,800

Total Monthly Price
$1,800

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

28069 Brentwood St

SouthfieldMI48076
property at 3036 Greenfield Rd

$1,900

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,900

Total Monthly Price
$1,900

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

3036 Greenfield Rd

BerkleyMI48072

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

West Side, Franklin, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Park at Trowbridge priced from $799. Oak Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at Trowbridge1 Bed, 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$799
Oak RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$800
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$888
The Alcove SouthfieldS1Studio,1BA$895
Pine AireStudioStudio,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingham, Poppleton Park Town... Model at Putney Townhomes in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the Woodville Model at Lancaster Hills starting at $1,620 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Southfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Putney Townhomes2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingham, Poppleton Park Town...2BR,1BA$1.15
Lancaster HillsWoodville2BR,2BA$1.16
The Crossroads At Southfield ApartmentsAndrew1BR,1BA$1.14
Willow Tree ApartmentsWillow Tree Brookhaven2BR,2BA$1.33
Cambridge SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Regal Towers2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
The PinesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath upper1BR,1BA$1.35
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.35

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about West Side

What type of rentals are currently available in West Side?

There are currently 146 Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,412. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side ranging from $1,200 to $7,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side ranges from $1,200 to $7,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,536.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Side range from $1,340 to $6,412, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for Exploring Metro Detroit: A Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Rental Guide article

Exploring Metro Detroit: A Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Rental Guide

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Metro Detroit. As covered in other articles, the City of Detroit has much to offer to renters.

decorative image for Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers article

Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers

Written by: Tim Brown

The auto industry remains the largest employment sector in the Motor City and surrounding communities, though the metro area has a significant presence in other sectors, including medical and financial services.

decorative image for The Detroit Insider's Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown article

The Detroit Insider's Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

decorative image for The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters article

The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

Written by: Tim Brown

Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals   article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention   article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.