
Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $1,000 (4 Rentals)
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Riverfront East, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverfront East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront East Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront East, MI
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront East area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1419 Fischer St Model at 1419 Fischer St in the in the Gold Coast neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Riverfront East apartment is the 2B 940 Model at Van Dyke Village Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.17 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1419 Fischer St | 1419 Fischer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Van Dyke Village Apartments | 2B 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Vinetta Lofts | 2 BDR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Jefferson | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| The Coe at West Village | The Earl | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Beach Club Detroit | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| Jennings Senior Living | Model1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Van Dyke in West Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Eastpointe | Eastpointe 1 Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Alden Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront East, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront East
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront East?
There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront East, MI with pricing that ranges from $633 to $3,790. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront East ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.
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 $1,000 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,783.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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