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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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11323 Lumpkin St
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11323 Lumpkin StHamtramck, MI 48212

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Emerald Springs
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5825 Emerald SpringsDetroit, MI 48212
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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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.

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Hamtramck, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hamtramck, MI

Pricing Updated: 07/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hamtramck, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hamtramck Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Banglatown$1,307$59576

Cheapest Available Hamtramck Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamtramck, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Friendship Meadows Senior LDHA in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood priced from $445. New Center Commons in the Art Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $585. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamtramck apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Friendship Meadows Senior LDHA1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$445
New Center CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$585
120 Glynn Ct.StudioStudio,1BA$595
The Woodford ApartmentsStudio w/ KitchenetteStudio,1BA$625
Hazelwood ManorStudioStudio,1BA$650
CATHEDRAL TOWER APARTMENTSThe WarrenStudio,1BA$663
100 Glynn1 bedroom1BR,1BA$725
Hazelwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$770
The RichmondOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamtramck, MI

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamtramck area is the $0.81 price per square foot 9421 Joseph Campau St Model at 9421 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9421-2 in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Hamtramck apartment is the 9644 Joseph Campau St Model at 9644 Joseph Campau St, Unit 2W starting at $1,850 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Hamtramck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamtramck apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9421 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9421-29421 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.81
9644 Joseph Campau St, Unit 2W9644 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.75
330 Westminster Stsingle famiy home3BR,1BA$0.91
9438 Joseph Campau Ave, Unit 94389438 Joseph Campau Ave1BR,1BA$1.14
Highland ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.87
Emerald Springs2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.94
5304 Mitchell St, Unit Upper Front West5304 Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.00
Hazelwood ManorStudioStudio ,1BA$1.08
120 Glynn Ct.StudioStudio ,1BA$1.08
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

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

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamtramck Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hamtramck?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hamtramck is under $780.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hamtramck?

The cheapest apartment in Hamtramck is Friendship Meadows Senior LDHA which is listed at $445, while the average apartment in Hamtramck costs $1,307.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hamtramck?

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 7 regular apartments in Hamtramck 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 Hamtramck?

Cheap apartments in Hamtramck have an average cost of $766 which is $541 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hamtramck.

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