
Cheap Homes for Rent in The Transit Center Neighborhood of Troy, MI from $1,000 (16 Rentals)
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2483 E Maple Rd

3220 Shenandoah Dr

2817 W 13 Mile Rd

2425 Torquay Ave
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1820 Axtell Dr

125 E 14 Mile Rd, Unit #12

4030 W 13 Mile Rd

1727 E 14 Mile Rd

3551 W 14 Mile Rd
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1840 Axtell Dr, Unit 1

3282 Coolidge Hwy

648 E Lincoln St

1205 E 14 Mile Rd

946 N Adams Rd, Unit 3
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3816 Kent Rd
The Transit Center, Troy, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in The Transit Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Transit Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,127 | $1,250 | $3,900 |
| The Transit Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,235 | $1,650 | $9,975 |
| The Transit Center 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,941 | $2,300 | $7,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Transit Center Neighborhood of Troy, MI.
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Cheapest Available The Transit Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Transit Center area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Amber Creek Apartments priced from $895. Devon Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable The Transit Center apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Creek Apartments | Studio (Tahoe/Ventura) | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Amber's Timber Lodges | Mini Flats | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Altitude Apartments East | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Transit Center, MI
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Transit Center area is the $1.15 price per square foot **TWO MONTHS FREE!!** 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingha... Model at Putney Townhomes in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value The Transit Center apartment is the 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Transit Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putney Townhomes | **TWO MONTHS FREE!!** 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingha... | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Amber Oak Townhomes | 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Amber's Starr Townhouses | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| The Cloisters Townhouses | 2 BED, 1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Oakwood Villa Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1890 Axtell Dr, Unit 5 | 1890 Axtell Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Altitude West (Altitude RPB, LLC) | One Bedroom | One Bath | Sublease - 10 Month Le... | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Amber Apartments | Mediterranean 1- Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in The Transit Center?
There are currently 183 Apartments for Rent in The Transit Center, MI with pricing that ranges from $829 to $7,248. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Transit Center ranging from $1,000 to $9,975.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Transit Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Transit Center ranges from $1,000 to $9,975 with an average monthly rent of $2,820.
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