Cheap Homes for Rent in The Smart Zone Neighborhood of Troy, MI from $1,300 (7 Rentals)

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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 $990. Sterling Troy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable The Smart Zone apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lexington VillageRevere1BR,1BA$990
Sterling Troy Apartments1 BD Private Entry1BR,1BA$995
The Alcove TroyS1Studio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Smart Zone, MI

As of August 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Smart Zone area is the $1.53 price per square foot C3 Model at Midtown Pointe Apartments in the in the Oak Run neighborhood starting from $2,581. The second greatest value The Smart Zone apartment is the 3 BED 1.5 BATH TOWNH Model at Charter Square starting at $1,710 with a $1.55 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.
Midtown Pointe ApartmentsC32BR,2.5BA$1.53
Charter Square3 BED 1.5 BATH TOWNH3BR,1.5BA$1.55
Cornerstone at Troy ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.62
Canterbury Square2 BED 1.5 BATH LARGE2BR,1.5BA$1.54
266 W 14 Mile Rd, Unit 2266 W 14 Mile Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.69
President Madison ApartmentsElbridge2BR,1BA$1.54
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Sterling Troy Apartments1 BD Private Entry1BR,1BA$1.33
Lexington VillageRevere1BR,1BA$1.58
The Alcove TroyS1Studio ,1BA$1.84

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Smart Zone, Troy, MI

Ranked #6

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Smart Zone

What type of rentals are currently available in The Smart Zone?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in The Smart Zone, MI with pricing that ranges from $960 to $4,150. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Smart Zone ranging from $1,350 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Smart Zone?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Smart Zone ranges from $1,350 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,012.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Smart Zone?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Smart Zone range from $1,885 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,150.

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