Cheap Homes for Rent in The Transit Center Neighborhood of Troy, MI from $1,000 (22 Rentals)

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2655 E Maple Rd

BirminghamMI48009
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3288 Coolidge Hwy

Royal OakMI48073

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3222 Coolidge Hwy

Royal OakMI48073

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The Transit Center, Troy, MI Local Guide

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's Timber Lodges priced from $875. Woodland Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable The Transit Center apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber's Timber LodgesStudioStudio,1BA$875
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$880
Amber Creek ApartmentsStudio (Tahoe/Ventura)Studio,1BA$895
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$915
amber's Broadacre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Transit Center, MI

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Transit Center area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes in the in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value The Transit Center apartment is the Townhouse Model at Amber's Starr Townhouses starting at $1,745 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Nordwood Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Transit Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Amber's Starr TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.51
ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Sunnymede Apartments - Troy, MISolstice1BR,1BA$1.53
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.14
Arlington Townhomes & ApartmentsPremium 1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.51
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Amber ApartmentsMediterranean 1- Standard1BR,1BA$1.37
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.36

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Transit Center, Troy, MI

Ranked #1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Transit Center

What type of rentals are currently available in The Transit Center?

There are currently 182 Apartments for Rent in The Transit Center, MI with pricing that ranges from $875 to $13,000. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Transit Center ranging from $1,250 to $9,000.

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 $1,250 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,061.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Transit Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Transit Center range from $1,420 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.