
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (27 Rentals)
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Riverfront East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverfront East Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $682 | $1,600 |
Riverfront East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $810 | $2,570 |
Riverfront East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $934 | $3,509 |
Riverfront East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,880 | $3,790 |
Riverfront East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $3,414 | $3,414 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Riverfront East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront East area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Alden Towers priced from $700. Eastpoint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Riverfront East apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Alden Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Eastpoint | Studio 1 Bathroom - 1130 Holcomb | Studio,1BA | $700 |
City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Jennings Senior Living | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $934 |
The Coe at West Village | The Ford | Studio,1BA | $936 |
The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
703 Parker St | Parker #3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
The Pavilion | Lafayette | Studio,1BA | $1,013 |
Owen Park Apartments | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Beach Club Detroit | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,082 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront East, MI
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront East 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 Riverfront East apartment is the Model2A Model at Jennings Senior Living starting at $934 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront East 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 |
Jennings Senior Living | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Beach Club Detroit | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Owen Park Apartments | Double | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Alden Towers | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Parker House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Capitol Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
The Coe at West Village | The Ford | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
703 Parker St | Parker #3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront East, Detroit, MI
Ranked #45
Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Riverfront East Neighborhood in Detroit, MI
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverfront East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverfront East is at Alden Towers listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront East Apartment is $825 at Eastpoint.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverfront East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront East is starting from $934 at Jennings Senior Living.
What is the most affordable Riverfront East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverfront East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alden Towers and starts from $1,880.
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