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property at 4066 Tyler St

$800 - $850

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

4066 Tyler St

DetroitMI48238

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property at 19250 Wick Rd

$875

1 Bedroom Rentals

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19250 Wick Rd

Allen ParkMI48101

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Cheapest Available Wayne County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wayne County, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Place Apartments in the University District neighborhood priced from $410. 7850 East Jefferson in the Gold Coast neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $426. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wayne County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$410
7850 East JeffersonStudioStudio,1BA$426
Friendship Meadows LDHA1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$445
New Center CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$585
120 Glynn Ct.StudioStudio,1BA$595
2023 Tuxedo StStudio1BR,1BA$595
Hazelwood ManorStudioStudio,1BA$600
Anthos GardensAffordable Eastside Detroit 1 Bed Ready to Go1BR,1BA$600
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne County, MI

As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wayne County area is the $0.81 price per square foot 9421 Joseph Campau St Model at 9421 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9421-2 in the in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Wayne County apartment is the 9412 Joseph Campau St Model at 9412 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9412 starting at $2,700 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Midtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wayne County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9421 Joseph Campau St, Unit 9421-29421 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.81
9412 Joseph Campau St, Unit 94129412 Joseph Campau St1BR,1BA$0.82
86 Englewood St, Unit 9286 Englewood St4BR,1BA$0.57
RCI Covington Townhouses2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$0.93
Highland ManorThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.93
3324 17th St, Unit Upper3324 17th St2BR,1BA$0.79
16224 Kentucky St, Unit Top 216224 Kentucky St2BR,1BA$0.83
3239 Tyler St, Unit Upper3239 Tyler St3BR,1BA$0.90
Anthos GardensLarge Detroit 2 Bed Apartment - Heat Included2BR,1BA$0.93
Manchester Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.63

Frequently Asked Questions about Wayne County

What type of rentals are currently available in Wayne County?

There are currently 2538 Apartments for Rent in Wayne County, MI with pricing that ranges from $410 to $7,000. There are also 954 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wayne County ranging from $250 to $65,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wayne County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wayne County ranges from $250 to $65,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,798.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wayne County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wayne County range from $525 to $7,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $65,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $790.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!