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Apartments Under $500 in Detroit, MI

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18
$ Ask - 1,633
The Pavilion
1 Lafayette Plaisance St Detroit, MI
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
$150
10635 Cadieux
Detroit, MI
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$829 - 899
River Towers Senior Apartments - 62+ Senior Community
2.6
7800 E Jefferson Ave Detroit, MI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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Senior Community
21
$858 - 1,200
691 Seward
691 Seward Detroit, MI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
31
$1,914 - 7,038
Bicentennial Tower (Income Limits Restrictions Apply)
2.8
4 E Alexandrine St Detroit, MI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Income Restricted
Section 8
15
$1,135 - 2,046
Eddystone
Deal
2701 Park Ave. Detroit, MI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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Covered Parking
1
$1,095 - 1,295
The Debora
741 Seward St Detroit, MI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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New Center
114
$1,750
68 E Philadelphia St
Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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23
$1,180
Lafayette Apartments
7631 E Lafayette St Detroit, MI
1 BR | Dec. 10, 2025
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7
$813 - 988
The Richmond
656 Lothrop Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
17
$765 - 800
Stacey Ann Apartments
14881 Schaefer Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
Littlefield
8
$800 - 975
Pickford Place Apartments
18637 James Couzens Fwy Detroit, MI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Disability Access
7
$850
Detroit Living Apartments
20237 W Chicago Ave Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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Westwood
6
$800
Pembrook Manor
20539 Southfield Rd Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
1
$1,595
16904 La Salle Ave
Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
1
$995 - 1,095
51 W Palmer
Detroit, MI
Studio | Available Now
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11
$1,100
1175/1177 W. Euclid
Detroit, MI
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,195 - 1,395
The Van Dyke In West Village
1000 Van Dyke St Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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Gold Coast
1
$1,395 - 1,595
675 W. Willis
Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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3
$995
The Keyes
665 West Willis Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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16
$1,225 - 1,580
Westwill Apartments Midtown
640 W Willis St Detroit, MI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,100
Euclid Gateway 7
1463/1465 West Euclid Detroit, MI
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,519
This Beautifully Updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath Single-family Home Is Ready For Move-in!
16582 Santa Rosa Dr Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,382
This Beautifully Updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath Single-family Home Is Ready For Move-in!
8193 Traverse St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,294
This Beautifully Updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath Single-family Home Is Ready For Move-in!
9354 Bessemore St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,386
Freshly Renovated Single Family Home In Detroit Ready For Section 8 Lease!
11652 Fielding St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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$895
Puritan Manor
15818 Puritan Detroit, MI
1 BR | Available Now
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$725 - 850
22045 M-102
Detroit, MI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,650
Beautiful, Spacious 3 Bed/2 Bath House Near West Village!
1400 Helen St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Jan. 2, 2026
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Islandview
1
$1,394
This Beautifully Updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath Single-family Home Is Ready For Move-in!
16255 Lilac St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,374
This Beautifully Updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath Single-family Home Is Ready For Move-in!
18525 Mccormick St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,238
Fully Renovated 3-bedroom Home – Move-in Ready For You!
15532 Baylis St Detroit, MI
3 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Detroit, MI on Rentable.co?

There are 2 apartments under $500 in Detroit currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in Detroit?

Rentable.co has 159 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in Detroit.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Detroit?

Rentable.co has 329 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Detroit.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Detroit?

Rentable.co has 106 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Detroit.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in Detroit, MI?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in Detroit based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $6,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $500 for rent in Detroit, MI?

  1. Medical Center
  2. Mexicantown
  3. Downtown Detroit
  4. Westwood
  5. Hubbard-Richard

Apartments Under $500 in Detroit, MI: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Detroit Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Detroit rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Detroit and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in Detroit. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just looking for an affordable place to rent, this report aims to help you make an informed decision on your next apartment in Detroit.
0 10 20 30 40 <$700 $760 $880 $1,000 $1,120 $1,240 $1,360 $1,480 $1,600 $1,720 $1,840 $1,960 $2,080 $2,200 >$2,320

Available Apartments Under $500: Detroit vs. Surrounding Areas

Detroit, MI
Southfield, MI
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In December 2025, there are a total of 49 apartments available for rent under $500 in the Detroit, MI metro area. This includes apartments in Detroit itself as well as nearby cities such as Huntington Woods, Sylvan Lake, Melvindale, Taylor, Auburn Hills, Clawson, Trenton, Franklin, Troy, Fraser, Utica, Keego Harbor, Garden City, Mount Clemens, Riverview, Rochester, Rochester Hills, Berkley, Warren, Beverly Hills, New Baltimore, Roseville, Bingham Farms, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Wayne, Lathrup Village, Bloomfield Hills, St Clair Shores, Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Lincoln Park, Oak Park, Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe Park, Grosse Pointe Shores, Grosse Pointe Woods, Livonia, Hamtramck, Orchard Lake, Eastpointe, Wyandotte, Madison Heights, Hazel Park, Southfield, Southgate, Highland Park, Allen Park, Sterling Heights, Center Line, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Pontiac, Ferndale, Chesterfield, Washington, Clinton Township, Shelby Twp, Inkster, Harrison Township, Redford, Brownstown Twp, Bloomfield Township, Oakland, Det., Chesterfield Twp, Macomb Twp, Harper Woods, and Ecorse. Prospective renters looking for affordable options in the region will have a range of choices to consider. Rentable's comprehensive apartment search tools can help narrow down the options based on specific preferences and requirements.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Detroit and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in December M/M % Change
Detroit, MI 16 +0.82%
Southfield, MI 3 +0.75%
Clinton Township, MI 3 +0.93%
Taylor, MI 3 +0.64%
Royal Oak, MI 2 +0.6%
Troy, MI 2 +1.0%
Pontiac, MI 2 +0.78%
Farmington Hills, MI 2 +0.5%
Hazel Park, MI 2 +1.18%
Wayne, MI 1 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in Detroit?

Available apartments under $500 688
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Cable Ready
Deals 1
Pet friendly 19
Utilities included 4
Studio 12
1 Bedroom 7
2 Bedroom 9

Where are Detroit Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Medical center, Mexicantown, Downtown detroit, Westwood, Hubbard-richard
Medical Center 3
Mexicantown 3
Downtown Detroit 1
Westwood 1
Hubbard-Richard 1
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