
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $935 (35 Rentals)


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429 Wyandotte St W, Unit LOWER

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1336 UNIVERSITY 1, Unit 1

1336 UNIVERSITY 1, Unit 1

111 Riverside Dr E, Unit 1607
Riverfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,298 | $795 | $2,475 |
Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $935 | $5,240 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,248 | $1,200 | $9,851 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,865 | $1,599 | $7,290 |
| Riverfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverfront is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is New Cadillac Square Apartments which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $5,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverfront?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Riverfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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