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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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LA COLONNADE APARTMENTS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

LA COLONNADE APARTMENTS

14560 Northline RdSouthgate, MI 48195
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Bella Vista Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

1020 Goddard RdLincoln Park, MI 48146
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292 Mill St
1 Bedroom Apartments

292 Mill St

292 Mill StEcorse, MI 48229
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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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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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Park Place Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

1750 Saint Johns BlvdLincoln Park, MI 48146
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Huron River Allen Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huron River Allen Park

11415 Old Goddard RdAllen Park, MI 48101
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Ziegler Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ziegler Apartments

14167 Ziegler StTaylor, MI 48180
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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 EDINGER APARTMENTS in the Huntington neighborhood priced from $700. 12523 Pennsylvania Rd in the Huntington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
EDINGER APARTMENTSEdinger StudioStudio,1BA$700
12523 Pennsylvania Rd1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
1665 Pagel Ave1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
Harrison Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Southgate Apartments - Southgate, MIThe Mackinac1BR,1BA$899
Indian Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
1803 Saint Johns Blvd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$900
Village On The ParkStudio ApartmentsStudio,1BA$915
Fountain Park South Apartments1x11BR,1BA$940

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, MI

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $0.96 price per square foot Twin Arbor Model at Heritage Glen Townhomes in the in the South Dearborn Heights neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the Walt Model at Poet Place Apartments starting at $1,139 with a $1.27 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$0.96
Poet Place ApartmentsWalt2BR,1BA$1.27
Old Goddard Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Huron River Wyandotte ApartmentsUpgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.33
1730 Goddard RdUpgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.11
1665 Pagel Ave1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.09
1803 Saint Johns Blvd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.13
1826 5th St, Unit 21826 5th St2BR,1BA$1.13
Huntington House ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom (Standard)1BR,1BA$1.33
12523 Pennsylvania Rd1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

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Getting Around Southgate, MI

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $850 at 12523 Pennsylvania Rd.

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 $900 at 1803 Saint Johns Blvd.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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