Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,200 (4 Rentals)

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Riverfront East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront East, MI

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront East area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2BR 1BA Model at Beach Club Detroit in the in the Gold Coast neighborhood starting from $1,411. The second greatest value Riverfront East apartment is the Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place starting at $2,100 with a $1.68 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.
Beach Club Detroit2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$1.09
River PlaceRooftop - 3/23BR,2BA$1.68
Jennings Senior LivingModel2A2BR,1BA$0.88
Van Dyke Village Apartments2B 9402BR,1BA$1.17
Owen Park ApartmentsDouble2BR,1BA$1.44
The Coe at West VillageThe Earl1BR,1BA$1.78
Alden Towers1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Parker House Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.77
Capitol Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83
703 Parker StParker #31BR,1BA$1.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront East

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront East?

There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront East, MI with pricing that ranges from $682 to $3,790. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront East ranging from $1,250 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverfront East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverfront East ranges from $1,250 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,250.

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