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New Cadillac Square Apartments
111 Cadillac SqDetroit, MI 48226
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Town Residences
1511 1st StDetroit, MI 48226
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2072 Wabash StDetroit, MI 48216
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1620 Michigan AveDetroit, MI 48216
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2310 Cochrane StDetroit, MI 48216
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1212 Griswold StDetroit, MI 48226
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2420 Bagley AveDetroit, MI 48216
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1145 Griswold StDetroit, MI 48226
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555-575 Brush AveDetroit, MI 48226
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100-300 Riverfront DrDetroit, MI 48226
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1001 W Jefferson Ave
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1700 University Ave W
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363 Curry Ave
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Royal Windsor Apartments
280 Park St WWindsor, ON N9A 5T8
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1475 Riverside Dr WWindsor, ON N9B 1A3
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575 University AvWindsor, ON N9A 5R4
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533 Church StWindsor, ON N9A 4T2
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737 Ouellette AveWindsor, ON N9A 6T5
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780 Ouellette AvWindsor, ON N9A 1C5
2035 University Ave W
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308 Randolph AvWindsor, ON N9B 2T6
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531 Pelissier StWindsor, ON N9A 4L2
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First Place Apartments
475 Bruce AveWindsor, ON N9A 6W9
2035 University Ave 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 | $1,231 | $795 | $2,475 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $935 | $3,147 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,325 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $595 | $2,100 |
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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 $840. 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 | S2 | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| 2072 Wabash St | 1/1 Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Corner | Studio (S) | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Left Field | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Riverview Apartments | Bachelor Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| University Ave Apartments Windsor | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Ouellette Tower Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,146 |
| Windsor Tower | Small One Bedroom Apartment without Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Carnegie | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, MI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.73 price per square foot C3PH - Penthouse Model at The Millie on Brush in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $2,445. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2016 Wabash St Model at 2016 Wabash St, Unit Upstairs starting at $1,550 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit 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. |
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| The Millie on Brush | C3PH - Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 2016 Wabash St, Unit Upstairs | 2016 Wabash St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Caron Tower Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Riverfront Towers | Premiere Corktown | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Millwood Place Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| University Ave Apartments Windsor | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| New Cadillac Square Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Wabash Flats | 1/1 Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Left Field | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
| Town Residences | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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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 $1,315.
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 $2,750.
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 14 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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