
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Romulus, MI from $500 (15 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Romulus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Romulus Studio Apartments | $953 | $903 | $1,028 |
| Cheap Romulus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $750 | $1,474 |
| Cheap Romulus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $850 | $1,999 |
| Cheap Romulus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $1,050 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Romulus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Romulus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Romulus, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Parklane Townhouses in the Merriman neighborhood priced from $750. Newberry Square Apartments in the Merriman neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Romulus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parklane Townhouses | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Newberry Square Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Mid Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Westchester Towers | 1x1 620 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Flats of Inkster | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Romulus, MI
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Romulus 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 Romulus apartment is the The Kingsley Model at Westgrove Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Timberline Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Romulus 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 |
| Westgrove Apartments | The Kingsley | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Pinewoods Circle | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Alexis Manor | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Gateway Townhomes | 2 bedroom TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Midtown Square Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Brownstown Square Apartments | Type B (Remodeled) | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Maxwell Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Newberry Square Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Parklane Townhouses | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Romulus Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Romulus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Romulus Apartment is $750 at Parklane Townhouses.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Romulus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Romulus is starting from $850 at Newberry Square Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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