
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Inkster Neighborhood of Inkster, MI from $300 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Inkster area of Inkster.


27139 Penn St

27139 Penn St

26672 Dartmouth St

27139 Penn St

Heatherwood Apartments
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Wade Manor

Dartmouth Square

Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI

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Cherry Hill Square
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27645 Avondale St

Dearborn West

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Normandy Apartments
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31437 Alcona Ct

31820 Bay Ct
Downtown Inkster, Inkster, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Inkster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Inkster Studio Apartments | $908 | $876 | $940 |
| Downtown Inkster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $825 | $1,392 |
| Downtown Inkster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $950 | $1,550 |
| Downtown Inkster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $1,100 | $1,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Inkster Neighborhood of Inkster, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Inkster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Inkster area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Heatherwood Apartments priced from $825. Dearborn West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Downtown Inkster apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heatherwood Apartments | Welcome to our beautiful apartment community lo... | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Dearborn West | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Wade Manor | Coffey | Studio,1BA | $876 |
| Dartmouth Square | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| West Garden Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated-NC | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| Cherry Hill Manor Apartments | Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Cherry Hill Village Apartments - Dearborn Heights, MI | Canterbury | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Parklane Townhouses | 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments - Dearborn Heights, MI | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Inkster, MI
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Inkster area is the $1.19 price per square foot Premium Marquis Model at Hamlin Place Estates in the in the Merriman neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Downtown Inkster apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Edison Estates starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Merriman neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Inkster apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamlin Place Estates | Premium Marquis | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| The Edison Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Parklane Townhouses | 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Dearborn View Apartments - Inkster, MI | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Washer/Dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Cherry Hill Manor Apartments | Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| West Garden Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated-NC | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Dearborn West | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Heatherwood Apartments | Welcome to our beautiful apartment community lo... | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Dartmouth Square | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Wade Manor | Coffey | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Inkster, Inkster, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Inkster Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Inkster?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Inkster is Heatherwood Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Downtown Inkster costs $1,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Inkster?
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 37 regular apartments in Downtown Inkster 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 Downtown Inkster?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Inkster have an average cost of $397 which is $1,078 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Inkster.
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