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property at 15608 Wabash St

$750

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$750

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$750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15608 Wabash St

DetroitMI48238
property at 17189 Santa Rosa Dr

$800

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$800

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$800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Apr 5

17189 Santa Rosa Dr

DetroitMI48221

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property at 2295 Kendall St

$1,000

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$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2295 Kendall St

DetroitMI48238

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property at 2293 Kendall St

$1,000

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$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2293 Kendall St

DetroitMI48238
property at 2903 Glendale St

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2903 Glendale St

DetroitMI48238
property at 19704 Greeley

$1,095

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$967
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$128

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$1,095

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19704 Greeley

Highland ParkMI48203
property at 17182 Stoepel St

$1,100

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$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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17182 Stoepel St

DetroitMI48221

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property at 7010 Thatcher St

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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7010 Thatcher St

DetroitMI48221

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Highland Park, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Highland Park, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Place Apartments in the University District neighborhood priced from $410. 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 Highland Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$410
New Center CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$585
2023 Tuxedo StStudio1BR,1BA$595
120 Glynn Ct.StudioStudio,1BA$595
Hazelwood ManorStudioStudio,1BA$600
The Woodford ApartmentsStudio w/ KitchenetteStudio,1BA$625
HolbrookCortez Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$725
100 GlynnUnit E1BR,1BA$725
Hazelwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$771
691 SewardNew Center 1 Bed - 1 Month Free & Waived App Fe...1BR,1BA$786

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, MI

As of March 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Park 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 Highland Park apartment is the 9450 Joseph Campau St Model at 9450 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9450-2 starting at $2,500 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Downtown Hamtramck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park 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
9450 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9450-29450 Joseph Campau St1BR,1.5BA$0.81
2509 Gladstone Stsingle family home6BR,3BA$0.96
9644 Joseph Campau St, Unit 2W9644 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.75
330 Westminster Stsingle famiy home3BR,1BA$0.91
7428 Dunedin St, Unit 17428 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.04
7426 Dunedin St, Unit LL7426 Dunedin St2BR,1BA$1.04
RCI Covington Townhouses2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$0.93
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.63
New Center CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Highland Park?

There are currently 433 Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, MI with pricing that ranges from $410 to $3,750. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highland Park ranging from $525 to $7,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highland Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highland Park ranges from $525 to $7,999 with an average monthly rent of $1,917.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Highland Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Highland Park range from $525 to $2,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,899.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

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.

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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.

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The Detroit Insiders 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.

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.