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New Cadillac Square Apartments
111 Cadillac SqDetroit, MI 48226
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1511 1st StDetroit, MI 48226
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1620 Michigan AveDetroit, MI 48216
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2072 Wabash StDetroit, MI 48216
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450 Victoria AveWindsor, ON N9A 6T7
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280 Park St WWindsor, ON N9A 5T8
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1475 Riverside Dr WWindsor, ON N9B 1A3
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533 Church StWindsor, ON N9A 4T2
414 Crawford Ave
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737 Ouellette AveWindsor, ON N9A 6T5
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780 Ouellette AvWindsor, ON N9A 1C5
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427 Cameron Ave
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575 University AvWindsor, ON N9A 5R4
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,245 | $795 | $2,520 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $935 | $3,267 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $999 | $6,360 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $595 | $6,649 |
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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 | S3 | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| The Corner | Studio (S) | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Left Field | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Riverview Apartments | Bachelor Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Royal Windsor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Ouellette Tower Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,142 |
| Windsor Tower | Small One Bedroom Apartment without Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Askin Tower Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Carnegie | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, MI
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2016 Wabash St Model at 2016 Wabash St, Unit Upstairs in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2014 Wabash St Model at 2014 Wabash St, Unit 1 starting at $1,550 with a $1.72 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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| 2016 Wabash St, Unit Upstairs | 2016 Wabash St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 2014 Wabash St, Unit 1 | 2014 Wabash St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Detroit Savings Bank | X02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Caron Tower Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Checker Building | The Checker - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Millie on Brush | Ad - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 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 |
| Town Residences | S14 | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
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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 $1,280 at Askin Tower Apartments.
What is the most affordable Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Assembly and starts from $3,785.
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