
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (56 Rentals)


DuCharme Place Apartments

Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown

River Place

Palms

Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI

City Club Apartments Lafayette Park

Regency Towers
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Pasadena Investments LLC

Palms East

Chene Park Commons

6533 E Jefferson Ave, Unit 704

2900 E Jefferson Ave, Unit D601

250 E Harbortown Dr, Unit 1011

1575 Cherboneau Pl

200 Mt Elliott St
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1565 Cherboneau Pl

1300 E Lafayette St

6533 E Jefferson Ave

250 E Harbortown Dr

2900 E Jefferson Ave
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Waterfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,073 | $775 | $3,150 |
Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $878 | $2,570 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,040 | $2,860 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,471 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Largest Available Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Waterfront area of Detroit, MI is found at Orleans Landing and is listed at 1,233 square feet priced from $2,570. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orleans Landing | A4 | 1,233 Sq Ft | $2,570 |
| Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B12 | 1,065 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Palms East | 1 Bedroom w/Loft | 940 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown | A | 850 Sq Ft | $1,940 |
| Jean Rivard | The Quarter | 833 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| Lafayette Towers | Guardian | 830 Sq Ft | $1,229 |
| DuCharme Place Apartments | B2 | 796 Sq Ft | $1,685 |
| Pasadena Investments LLC | 1B/1B | 700 Sq Ft | $900 |
| River Place | Apartment - 1/1 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Cheapest Available Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Waterfront of Detroit, MI is the 1B/1B Model starting from $900 at Pasadena Investments LLC. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Waterfront is currently $1,360. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Investments LLC | 1B/1B | $900 |
| Regency Towers | 1 Bed B | $999 |
| Parkview Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,029 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A4 Aff | $1,045 |
| Lafayette Towers | Cobo | $1,092 |
| Jean Rivard | The Quarter | $1,125 |
| Central Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,125 |
| River Place | Apartment - 1/1 | $1,200 |
| Palms East | Garden 1 Bedroom | $1,200 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | $1,250 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Waterfront with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Waterfront is at Pasadena Investments LLC listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront is $1,360.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waterfront is a 1,233 square feet unit starting from $2,570 at Orleans Landing.
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