
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Clair Shores, MI from $600 (66 Rentals)
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East Lake

22300 Oconnor St

Harbor House Apartments

Birch Tree Apartments

21401 Violet St

20801-20817 Nill St

Falcon Crest Apartments

Worthington Court Apartments

Lakeshore Apartments
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Michael Arms Apartments

Nautical Mile Apartments

31914 Harper Ave

North Shore Apartments

Metro Tower Apartments

Metro Woods Apartments

Brittany Park Apartments

The Shores of Lake St. Clair

Tuscan Shores Apartments

Clairridge Estates Apartments
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Pointe Garden Apartments (Pointe Garden Holdings, LLC)

Drawbridge Apartments East

Sandhurst Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

Cove On 13 - Roseville, MI

San Remo Villa Apartments

Amberidge

Wildwood Apartments

Flora Woods Apartments

Harbor Club South
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Clinton Manor Apartments

19859 Nicke St, Unit 1

Eastwood Village Apartments

Weathervane

Georgetown Commons

16470 E 9 Mile Rd

16480 E 9 Mile Rd

Saravilla Apartments

Macomb Manor - Roseville, MI

22727 Rein Ave, Unit 22727 Rein Avenue
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Korvette Apartments

Continental Garden

22107 15 Mile Rd

Oxford Square Townhomes

Bell Apartments

Fraser Pointe Manor

Kelly Square Apartments
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St. Clair Shores, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Clair Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap St. Clair Shores Studio Apartments | $1,472 | $899 | $2,009 |
| Cheap St. Clair Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $714 | $3,447 |
| Cheap St. Clair Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $817 | $4,483 |
| Cheap St. Clair Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $1,395 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available St. Clair Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Clair Shores, MI is a Studio unit found at Brittany Park Apartments in the Masonic Heights neighborhood priced from $899. Tuscan Shores Apartments in the Masonic Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Clair Shores apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Tuscan Shores Apartments | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Clairridge Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Pointe Garden Apartments (Pointe Garden Holdings, LLC) | Pointe Garden Apartments - One Bedroom (Budget ... | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Drawbridge Apartments East | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Sandhurst Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Metro Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cove On 13 - Roseville, MI | Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| San Remo Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Clair Shores, MI
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Clair Shores area is the $0.94 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Sandhurst Apartments in the in the Venetian Village neighborhood starting from $940. The second greatest value St. Clair Shores apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Weathervane starting at $1,225 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Masonic Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Clair Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandhurst Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Weathervane | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Oconnor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Metro Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Saravilla Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Golf Manor Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Clinton Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Phase I | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| San Remo Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Clairridge Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Best Local Schools in St. Clair Shores, MI
Greenwood Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Clair Shores Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Clair Shores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Clair Shores Apartment is $915 at Brittany Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Clair Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Clair Shores is starting from $950 at Metro Woods Apartments.
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