- 5043 E Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48234$711+ /mo1 - 2 beds · 1 bath5043 E Outer DrDetroit, MI 48234
- 20422 Moross Rd, Detroit, MI 48224$720/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 704 sq ft20422 Moross RdDetroit, MI 48224
- 16705 Greenfield Rd #6, Detroit, MI 48235$720/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 700 sq ft16705 Greenfield RdDetroit, MI 48235
- 1000 Merton Rd #1, Detroit, MI 48203$720/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 900 sq ft1000 Merton RdDetroit, MI 48203
- 14246 Dale St, Detroit, MI 48223$750/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14246 Dale StDetroit, MI 48223
- 13318 Greiner St, Detroit, MI 48205$795/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 1,000 sq ft13318 Greiner StDetroit, MI 48205
- 14100 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$795/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft14100 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14158 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$795/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft14158 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 19807 Murray Hill St, Detroit, MI 48235$800/moStudio · 1 bath19807 Murray Hill StDetroit, MI 48235
- 14282 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$800/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14282 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14285 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$800/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14285 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14287 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$800/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14287 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 1800 Brainard St #104, Detroit, MI 48208$815/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 725 sq ft1800 Brainard StDetroit, MI 48208
- 13918 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI 48238$820/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,344 sq ft13918 Roselawn StDetroit, MI 48238
- 3980 Helen St, Detroit, MI 48207$845/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft3980 Helen StDetroit, MI 48207
- 14212 Dale St, Detroit, MI 48223$850/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14212 Dale StDetroit, MI 48223
- 5049 Lafontaine St, Detroit, MI 48236$850/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 570 sq ft5049 Lafontaine StDetroit, MI 48236
- 8274 Braile St, Detroit, MI 48228$850/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft8274 Braile StDetroit, MI 48228
- 15791 Cherrylawn St, Detroit, MI 48238$850/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 1,000 sq ft15791 Cherrylawn StDetroit, MI 48238
- 2746 Ewald Cir, Detroit, MI 48238$870/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 750 sq ft2746 Ewald CirDetroit, MI 48238
- 16708 E Eight Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48205$875/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 900 sq ft16708 E Eight Mile RdDetroit, MI 48205
- 23612 Schoolcraft, Detroit, MI 48223$895/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft23612 SchoolcraftDetroit, MI 48223
- 14034 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$895/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft14034 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14308 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$895/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14308 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14096 Dale St, Detroit, MI 48223$895/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14096 Dale StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14260 Dale St, Detroit, MI 48223$899/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 950 sq ft14260 Dale StDetroit, MI 48223
- 2732 Pasadena St, Detroit, MI 48238$900/mo3 beds · 1 bath · 1,200 sq ft2732 Pasadena StDetroit, MI 48238
- 14250 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14250 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14274 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14274 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14286 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14286 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14127 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14127 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14139 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14139 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14141 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14141 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14119 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14119 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14081 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14081 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
- 14283 Riverview St, Detroit, MI 48223$900/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft14283 Riverview StDetroit, MI 48223
Detroit Snapshot
Frequently asked questions
How many cheaper, more affordable Rental Houses are available in Detroit, MI?
There are currently 1,149 cheaper houses available for rent.
What does "Cheap" mean for rental homes in Detroit, MI?
Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a rental property might be found within the "Cheap Houses" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable single family homes are also relative to the other rental home inventory within Detroit. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.
How to search for Cheap Houses in Detroit, MI?
When searching on HotPads for more affordable houses, use the "Sort:" feature to sort single family homes by Lowest Price for Detroit. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" houses come on the market.
What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" rental home?
Single family homeowners or property managers can be easier to negotiate rental terms with than larger multi-tenant buildings. Here are a couple things that you can discuss to potentially drop monthly rental costs:
- Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
- Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
- Educate yourself regarding the housing rental market and market rates in Detroit. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.
About Detroit
Area Information
Detroit is a city in Wayne County, Michigan. The oldest city in the Midwest and the most populous city in Michigan, Detroit, is emerging from its former glory as the automotive capital of the world. Those renting in Motor City can immerse themselves in some of America's most rich and diverse history.
Detroit is the birthplace of Motown, the record company that launched the careers of many music legends, including Marvin Gaye, the Temptations, Diana Ross and Michael Jackson. This legacy is alive and well at nightclubs, theaters, outdoor venues and the Motown Museum.
Each of Detroit's various neighborhoods has its own personality. Renters in downtown Detroit enjoy a walkable riverfront, casinos and a choice of sports venues, theaters, bars and restaurants. The Campus Martius Park area, a '24-hour neighborhood,' sits at the center of downtown and offers historic architecture and a mix of lifestyles. Frequent flyers living in the suburbs of Dearborn and Wayne have easy access to the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAirport, and are just about 10 miles from downtown.
A 20- to 45-minute drive northwest of downtown, the town of Novi is known as a shopping destination, thanks to the massive Twelve Oaks Mall and the chic indie boutiques located there. The Macomb District, which is considered Detroit's 'East Side,' features miles of recreational shoreline along Lake St. Clair and the open-air Mall at Partridge Creek, where pets are welcome. It's a 30- to 45-minute drive to downtown Detroit from Macomb.
For a quiet, suburban setting, Oakland County is just about 12 miles from downtown. There, the cities of Ferndale, Royal Oak and Birmingham each have a downtown center, providing shopping, dining, parks and music venues.
Renting in Detroit
Apartments for rent in Detroit are affordable, as a loose market has kept rental prices stable.
Detroit Attractions
- Eastern Market: About a mile northeast of downtown Detroit, this historic public market is known for its diverse offerings, including the largest open-air flowerbed market in the U.S.
- Automotive Hall of Fame: Automotive history comes to life at this Dearborn museum.
- Detroit Zoo: Royal Oak's popular, 125-acre attraction, 2 miles north of Detroit.
- The Henry Ford: Located in a historic building, this Dearborn museum celebrates American innovation.
Professional Sports Teams
- MLB-- Detroit Tigers
- NBA-- Detroit Pistons
- NFL-- Detroit Lions
- NHL-- Detroit Red Wings
