Cheap Apartments for Rent in Southgate, MI from $700 (72 Rentals)

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LA COLONNADE APARTMENTS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

LA COLONNADE APARTMENTS

14560 Northline RdSouthgate, MI 48195
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OLD TOWNE VILLA, LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

OLD TOWNE VILLA, LLC

14224 Pennsylvania RdSouthgate, MI 48195
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Village on the Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village on the Park

13210 Village Park DrSouthgate, MI 48195
Corporate Housing
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South Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Pointe

16505 Grace CtSouthgate, MI 48195

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Allen Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Allen Pointe Apartments

9918 Allen Pointe DrAllen Park, MI 48101
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Bella Vista Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

1020 Goddard RdLincoln Park, MI 48146
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12523 Pennsylvania Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

12523 Pennsylvania Rd

12523 Pennsylvania RdRiverview, MI 48193
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4297 Quarry St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4297 Quarry St

4297 Quarry StWyandotte, MI 48192
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1354-1374 Goddard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1354-1374 Goddard

1354-1374 GoddardLincoln Park, MI 48146
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$875

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19250 Wick Rd

Allen ParkMI48101
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McLain Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

McLain Apartments

1738 McLain AveLincoln Park, MI 48146
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St Johns Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

St Johns Apartments

1429 Saint Johns BlvdLincoln Park, MI 48146

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Southgate, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Southgate, MI is a Studio unit found at Garages-413 Saint John-Wyandotte in the Downtown Lincoln Park neighborhood priced from $125. EDINGER APARTMENTS in the Huntington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garages-413 Saint John-WyandotteGarages-413 Saint John-Wyandotte - 6Studio,1BA$125
EDINGER APARTMENTSEdinger StudioStudio,1BA$700
London Moore ApartmentsLondon Moore Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$765
Southgate Apartments & TownhomesThe SuperiorStudio,1BA$799
292 Mill St1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Southgate Park Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Harrison Street ApartmentsUpper Level 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
1665 Pagel Ave1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
1778 Oak Apartments1778 Oak Apartments - Unit...1BR,1BA$895
Indian Village ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, MI

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.00 price per square foot Twin Arbor Model at Heritage Glen Townhomes in the in the South Dearborn Heights neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the Walt Model at Poet Place Apartments starting at $1,122 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Heritage Glen TownhomesTwin Arbor2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Poet Place ApartmentsWalt2BR,1BA$1.25
939 James St- SRM939 James St- SRM - 121BR,1BA$1.06
1665 Pagel Ave1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.09
2237 Moore Rd, Unit 18 b2237 Moore Rd2BR,1BA$1.25
1778 Oak Apartments1778 Oak Apartments - Unit...1BR,1BA$1.19
360 Walnut Apartments360 Walnut Apartments - Unit...1BR,1BA$1.23
London Moore ApartmentsLondon Moore Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
292 Mill St1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Garages-413 Saint John-WyandotteGarages-413 Saint John-Wyandotte - 6Studio ,1BA$1.04

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southgate?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southgate is at Garages-413 Saint John-Wyandotte listed at $125.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $765 at London Moore Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southgate Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southgate is starting from $950 at Southgate Park Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at San Dee Townhomes and starts from $1,300.

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