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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (30 Rentals)
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Pasadena Apartments
2170 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48207
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Manchester Apartments
2016 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48207
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Lafayette Towers
1301 Orleans StDetroit, MI 48207
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from $828Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Parkview Senior Apartments
1401 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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from $840Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 28
Regency Towers
1935 Chene CtDetroit, MI 48207
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from $8781 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Chene Park Commons
2001 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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City Place Detroit
1600 Antietam AveDetroit, MI 48207
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City Club Apartments Lafayette Park
750 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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The Pavilion
1 Lafayette Plaisance StDetroit, MI 48207
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Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI
1387 E Larned StDetroit, MI 48207
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Prince Hall
2199 Prince Hall DrDetroit, MI 48207
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from $1,150Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1
Guoin Street Lofts
2699 Guoin StDetroit, MI 48207
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Central Park
631 Orleans StDetroit, MI 48207
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Orleans Landing
229 Orleans StDetroit, MI 48207
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Riverfront Towers
100-300 Riverfront DrDetroit, MI 48226
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Circle Drive Commons
1440 Robert Bradby DrDetroit, MI 48207
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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 | $1,220 | $800 | $1,855 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $800 | $2,570 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $1,040 | $5,290 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,471 | $4,305 |
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Elmwood Tower priced from $750. Pasadena Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Elmwood Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Pasadena Apartments | ST/1B | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Manchester Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Regency Towers | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A4 Aff | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| The Pavilion | Lafayette | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Lafayette Towers | Cobo | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Palms East | Garden 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, MI
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront 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 Waterfront apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI starting at $1,160 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront 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 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Jean Rivard | The Quarter | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Lafayette Towers | Fisher | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Manchester Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Central Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Elmwood Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Pasadena Apartments | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterfront is at Pasadena Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment is $750 at Elmwood Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront is starting from $1,278 at Manchester Apartments.
What is the most affordable Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Place and starts from $2,100.
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