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property at 20258 Schaefer Hwy
$900

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20258 Schaefer Hwy, Unit 23

20258 Schaefer Hwy
DetroitMI48235
property at 19477 Greenfield Rd
$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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19477 Greenfield Rd

DetroitMI48235
property at 19191 Westbrook St
$1,025

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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19191 Westbrook St

DetroitMI48219
property at 19732 Glastonbury Rd
$1,090
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19732 Glastonbury Rd

DetroitMI48219
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property at 18331 Burgess
$1,190
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18331 Burgess

DetroitMI48219
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$1,275
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DetroitMI48219
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Best Value Homes for Rent in Southfield, MI

As of September 21, 2026 the best value rental home in the Southfield area is the $1.26 price per square foot 5000 Town Center Model at 5000 Town Center, Unit 2906 in the Southfield neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Southfield rental home is the 16150 N Park Dr Model at 16150 N Park Dr, Unit 201 in the Ridgewood Estates neighborhood starting at $1,800 with a $1.13 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southfield homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5000 Town Center, Unit 29065000 Town Center2BR, 3BA$1.26
16150 N Park Dr, Unit 20116150 N Park Dr2BR, 2BA$1.13
21345 Bennett St21345 Bennett St4BR, 1BA$0.98
17255 Westbrook St17255 Westbrook St3BR, 2BA$1.00
19671 Jeanette St19671 Jeanette St2BR, 1BA$1.24
18420 Warwick St18420 Warwick St3BR, 1BA$1.08
19392 Negaunee19392 Negaunee3BR, 1BA$1.17
27860 Berrywood Ln27860 Berrywood Ln2BR, 2BA$0.99
20258 Ferguson St20258 Ferguson St3BR, 1BA$1.19
19477 Greenfield Rd19477 Greenfield Rd2BR, 1BA$1.02

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Southfield, MI
Population: 73,158

Ranked #492

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Southfield?

There are currently 321 Apartments for Rent in Southfield, MI with pricing that ranges from $599 to $6,412. There are also 166 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southfield ranging from $650 to $17,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southfield ranges from $650 to $17,450 with an average monthly rent of $2,554.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southfield range from $973 to $6,412, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $14,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,175 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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