Apartments for Rent in the East Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (82 Rentals)

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Exploring Metro Detroit: A Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Rental Guide

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 3150 Woods Cir
$2,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,800
Total Monthly Price$2,800
4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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3150 Woods Cir

DetroitMI48207
property at 1376 Village Dr
$2,350

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Base Rent$2,350
Total Monthly Price$2,350
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1376 Village Dr

DetroitMI48207
property at 6533 E Jefferson Ave
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700
Total Monthly Price$1,700
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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6533 E Jefferson Ave, Unit 112

6533 E Jefferson Ave
DetroitMI48207
property at 226 Mt Elliott St
$1,380 - $1,474

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Base Rent$1,380
Total Monthly Price$1,380
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Nov 1
Furnished

226 Mt Elliott St

DetroitMI48207

Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers

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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Local's Look Under the Hood

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Leland Lofts
Studio Apartments

Leland Lofts

1395 Antietam AveDetroit, MI 48207

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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East Riverfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Riverfront, Detroit, MI

Ranked #47

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Detroit. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with a son or daughter (or both!)? East Riverfront has now become known as a good residential area for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and having the finest education available.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks, paths, and trails? this area of town is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for its many the outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area is one of our favorite high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs or cats? This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about East Riverfront

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the East Riverfront area of Detroit, MI?

As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 82 available East Riverfront apartments priced from $734 to $3,000, with an average monthly rent of $1,429.

How much are Studio apartments in East Riverfront?

There are currently 23 Studio Apartments in East Riverfront with rent ranges from $734 to $1,500 with an average price of $1,029.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Riverfront Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Riverfront ranges from $786 to $2,515 with an average monthly rent of $1,424.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Riverfront cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Riverfront range from $1,115 to $2,595. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,009.

Expert Rental Resources

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