
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southfield Downtown Neighborhood of Southfield, MI from $700 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southfield Downtown area of Southfield.


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Solaire Senior Living

Country Court

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The Oxley

The Reserve of Southfield
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Coach House Apartments

20011 Avon Ave

Lincoln Towers Apartments

The Loop on Greenfield

Pickford Place Apartments

20415 W 7 Mile Rd, Unit #302

Renaissance Village
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20258 Schaefer Hwy, Unit 23

18699 Shaftsbury Ave

19975 Schaefer Hwy

Versailles

Oak Park Manor Apartments & Townhomes

18675 Meyers Rd

Pembrook Manor
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Sandstone Apartments

22140 Dante St

20248 Schaefer Hwy

19716 Fenmore St

Towne Square Apartments

10000 W Nine Mile Rd

18708 Shaftsbury Ave
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19372 Grandville Ave

16837 Hubbell Ave

20068 Faust Ave
Southfield Downtown, Southfield, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southfield Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southfield Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,103 | $750 | $1,319 |
| Southfield Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $835 | $1,779 |
| Southfield Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,434 | $861 | $2,289 |
| Southfield Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $973 | $2,389 |
| Southfield Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $2,200 | $2,399 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southfield Downtown Neighborhood of Southfield, MI.
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Cheapest Available Southfield Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southfield Downtown area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Lincoln Towers Apartments priced from $750. Pembrook Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Southfield Downtown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Pembrook Manor | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Pickford Place Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $868 |
| The Loop on Greenfield | The Roosevelt - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Country Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Renaissance Village | The Jefferson | 3BR,1BA | $973 |
| Towne Square Apartments | The Uptowne | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| The Reserve of Southfield | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| EVERGREEN PLACE APARTMENTS | PARKING LOT VIEW | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southfield Downtown, MI
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southfield Downtown area is the $1.14 price per square foot The Legend Model at Legacy Place Apartments - Southfield, MI in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,819. The second greatest value Southfield Downtown apartment is the Garden 2 Bedroom Model at The Oxley starting at $1,239 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Pembroke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southfield Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Place Apartments - Southfield, MI | The Legend | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Oxley | Garden 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| North Park Place Apartments | 2 Brm 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Carlyle Tower Apartments - Southfield, MI | 2 Bed | 2 Bath 1,174 sq. ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Renaissance Village | The Jefferson | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| Chateau Riviera | Moriarty 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Country Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Meadowcrest Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| EVERGREEN PLACE APARTMENTS | COURTYARD VIEW | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Pembrook Manor | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Best Local Schools in Southfield Downtown, Southfield, MI
Einstein Elementary School
Nova Discipline Academy
Oak Park Preparatory Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southfield Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southfield Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southfield Downtown is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southfield Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Southfield Downtown is Pembrook Manor which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Southfield Downtown costs $2,215.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southfield Downtown?
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 10 regular apartments in Southfield Downtown 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 Southfield Downtown?
Cheap apartments in Southfield Downtown have an average cost of $871 which is $1,344 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southfield Downtown.
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