Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Smart Zone Neighborhood of Troy, MI from $300 (39 Rentals)

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The Gables of Troy
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$1,230 - $1,579
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Gables of Troy

500 Coachman DrTroy, MI 48083
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920 On the Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

920 On the Park

920 John R RdTroy, MI 48083
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Troy Villa
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Troy Villa

2100 Stephenson HwyTroy, MI 48083
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Clawson Manor Co-op
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Clawson Manor Co-op

255 W 14 Mile RdClawson, MI 48017
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Elmwood Oaks
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elmwood Oaks

590-610 E Elmwood AveClawson, MI 48017
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Elmwood Apartments
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Elmwood Apartments

328-348 Elmwood DrClawson, MI 48017
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Regency Apartments
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Regency Apartments

4190 Rochester RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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540 W 14 Mile Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

540 W 14 Mile Rd

540 W 14 Mile RdClawson, MI 48017
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4190 S Rochester Rd, Unit 112, Unit 112

4190 S Rochester Rd
Royal OakMI48073
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The Smart Zone, Troy, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Smart Zone Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Smart Zone area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Lexington Village priced from $895. President Madison Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $943. Here are the most affordable The Smart Zone apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lexington VillageRevere1BR,1BA$895
President Madison ApartmentsPrinceton1BR,1BA$943
Sterling Troy Apartments1 BD Private Entry1BR,1BA$950
Oakland Mall ApartmentsLaurel1BR,1BA$999
Sterling Heights Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,000
Charter Square1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,040
The Landings of Madison HeightsThe SkiffStudio,1BA$1,095
Amber Studios and LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
Amber AbodementsStudiosStudio,1BA$1,145
Amber Town Center Townhomes & LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,205

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Smart Zone, MI

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Smart Zone area is the $1.65 price per square foot Bingham II - Phase 2 Model at Briggs Park of Troy in the in the Mystic Forest at the Park neighborhood starting from $3,715. The second greatest value The Smart Zone apartment is the 3 BED 1.5 BATH TOWNH Model at Charter Square starting at $1,805 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Troy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Smart Zone apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Briggs Park of TroyBingham II - Phase 23BR,2.5BA$1.65
Charter Square3 BED 1.5 BATH TOWNH3BR,1.5BA$1.64
Cornerstone at Troy ApartmentsA51BR,1BA$1.65
Sterling Heights Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.11
President Madison ApartmentsElbridge2BR,1BA$1.42
Lexington VillagePrescott2BR,1BA$1.47
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn (1BR / 1BA)1BR,1BA$1.54
Sterling Troy Apartments1 BD Private Entry1BR,1BA$1.27
Oakland Mall ApartmentsLaurel1BR,1BA$1.39
Elmwood Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75

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The Smart Zone, Troy, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for North Detroit, MI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Smart Zone Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Smart Zone?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Smart Zone is at The Landings of Madison Heights listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Smart Zone Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Smart Zone Apartment is $895 at Lexington Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Smart Zone Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Smart Zone is starting from $1,100 at Sterling Heights Apartments.

What is the most affordable The Smart Zone Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap The Smart Zone Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Charter Square and starts from $1,805.

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