
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southgate, MI from $700 (24 Rentals)
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18704 Jefferson

650 Harrison Blvd

4524 2nd St

4245 Quarry Rd

426 Oak St

11335 Old Goddard Rd

1450 Goddard Rd
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1936 Goddard Rd

1922 Goddard Rd

19300 Wick Rd

1213 Sycamore St

1126 Cedar St

700 Harrison Blvd

1868 Hamilton Ave

11355 Goddard Rd
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413 St John St

1057 Eureka Rd

1838 Markese Ave

1697 London

1778 Goddard Rd

152 Ford Ave

13128 Balsam St

152 Perry Pl
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,361 | $900 | $2,100 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,589 | $1,300 | $2,000 |
| Southgate 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,400 | $1,350 | $1,450 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDINGER APARTMENTS | Edinger Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 12523 Pennsylvania Rd | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Southgate Apartments - Southgate, MI | The Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| 1665 Pagel Ave | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Harrison Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, MI
As of December 24, 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 3324 17th St Model at 3324 17th St, Unit Upper starting at $950 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Dix Northline neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Glen Townhomes | Twin Arbor | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| 3324 17th St, Unit Upper | 3324 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Huron River Wyandotte Apartments | Upgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Poet Place Apartments | Walt | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1730 Goddard Rd | Upgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 1665 Pagel Ave | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Old Goddard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 1803 Saint Johns Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Huntington House Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Standard) | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 12523 Pennsylvania Rd | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Southgate?
There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Southgate, MI with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,800. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southgate ranging from $750 to $2,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southgate?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southgate ranges from $750 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,275.
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