
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,000 (4 Rentals)
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East Riverfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Riverfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Riverfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,983 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
East Riverfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
East Riverfront 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Riverfront, MI
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Riverfront area is the $1.68 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value East Riverfront apartment is the 1 Bedroom w/Loft Model at Palms East starting at $1,500 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Palms East | 1 Bedroom w/Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Jean Rivard | The Quarter | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Central Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Elmwood Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
Manchester Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
Lafayette Towers | Hart | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Riverfront
What type of rentals are currently available in East Riverfront?
There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in East Riverfront, MI with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,759. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Riverfront ranging from $1,000 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Riverfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Riverfront ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,249.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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