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

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North One Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

North One Apartments

1401 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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Don Juan Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Don Juan Apartments

1141-1151 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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Eastpointe
Studio Apartments

Eastpointe

1130 Holcomb StDetroit, MI 48214
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Islandview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Islandview Apartments

445 Field StDetroit, MI 48214
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8330 On The River - 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8330 On The River - 62+

8330 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
Senior Living
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Hibbard Tower
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hibbard Tower

8901-8909 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
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1780 Van Dyke
1 Bedroom Apartments

1780 Van Dyke

1780 Van DykeDetroit, MI 48214
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550 Parkview
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Parkview

550-560 Parkview DrDetroit, MI 48214
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Riverfront East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

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 $675. Hibbard Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Riverfront East apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alden TowersStudioStudio,1BA$675
Hibbard TowerStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$800
City Place DetroitStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$900
Capitol Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$925
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$934
The Jefferson1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$939
703 Parker StParker #31BR,1BA$1,000
Owen Park ApartmentsSingle1BR,1BA$1,025
Parker House Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,125
Beach Club Detroit1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,140

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront East, MI

As of April 22, 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 C Model at Waters Edge of Harbortown starting at $2,280 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River PlaceRooftop - 3/23BR,2BA$1.68
Waters Edge of HarbortownC2BR,2BA$1.94
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$0.88
Beach Club Detroit1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1.25
Owen Park ApartmentsDouble2BR,1BA$1.44
Parker House Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Capitol Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.54
703 Parker StParker #31BR,1BA$1.82
City Place DetroitRenovated StudioStudio ,1BA$2.08
Hibbard TowerStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront East, Detroit, MI

Ranked #55

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $675.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront East Apartment is $925 at Hibbard Tower.

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 Hibbard Tower and starts from $1,250.

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