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New Cadillac Square Apartments
111 Cadillac SqDetroit, MI 48226
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Town Residences
1511 1st StDetroit, MI 48226
1709 10th St
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The Press/321
321 W Lafayette BlvdDetroit, MI 48226
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2310 Cochrane StDetroit, MI 48216
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Riverfront Towers
100-300 Riverfront DrDetroit, MI 48226
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Branch Lofts
1422 Michigan AveDetroit, MI 48216
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The Brooke on Bagley
2420 Bagley AveDetroit, MI 48216
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The Farwell
1249 Griswold StDetroit, MI 48226
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The Millie on Brush
555-575 Brush AveDetroit, MI 48226
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1150 Griswold StDetroit, MI 48226
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1400 W Elizabeth StDetroit, MI 48216
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1611 Michigan AveDetroit, MI 48201
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The Albert - Capitol Park
1214-1230 Griswold StDetroit, MI 48226
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Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
139 Cadillac SqDetroit, MI 48226
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492 Caron Ave
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423 Bruce Ave
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524 Pitt St W
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1700 University Ave W
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450 Victoria AveWindsor, ON N9A 6T7
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484 Crawford Ave
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525 Wyandotte St W
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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 | $1,402 | $795 | $2,520 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $450 | $5,000 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $1,250 | $6,484 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,219 | $1,799 | $7,200 |
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Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at New Cadillac Square Apartments priced from $795. Town Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | Studio / One Bathroom ($795) | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Town Residences | S8 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Wabash Flats | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Corner | Studio (S3a) | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| Riverfront Towers | The Gratiot | 1BR,1BA | $1,178 |
| Branch Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Randal Court | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| The Brooke on Bagley | Studio / 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,244 |
| The Farwell | X01-38 | Studio,1BA | $1,330 |
| The Millie on Brush | A1d - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, MI
As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.60 price per square foot C2PH - Penthouse Model at The Millie on Brush in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the X05 Model at Capitol Park Lofts starting at $2,630 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millie on Brush | C2PH - Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Capitol Park Lofts | X05 | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| The Griswold | 2 Bed 2 Bath "D" | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| The Checker Building | The Checker - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Crawford | The Crawford - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Caron Tower | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Wabash Flats | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Riverfront Towers | The Gratiot | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Town Residences | S13 | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverfront is at New Cadillac Square Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment is $935 at New Cadillac Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront is starting from $1,495 at The Millie on Brush.
What is the most affordable Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Malcomson and starts from $2,440.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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