
Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (6 Rentals)
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Riverfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,274 | $1,900 | $3,600 |
Riverfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $750 | $4,200 |
Riverfront 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
Riverfront 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,948 | $595 | $2,750 |
Riverfront 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $950 | $950 | $950 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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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 $800. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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New Cadillac Square Apartments | Studio / One Bathroom ($795) | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Town Residences | S3 | Studio,1BA | $800 |
The Farwell | X15-34 | Studio,1BA | $940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, MI
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1412-Branch Lofts - 2Bed - 1Bath Model at Branch Lofts in the in the Necklace District neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Carnegie starting at $1,905 with a $1.82 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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Branch Lofts | 1412-Branch Lofts - 2Bed - 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Carnegie | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
The Millie on Brush | Bp - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
The Checker Building | The Checker - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Millwood Place Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Caron Tower | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
University Ave Apartments Windsor | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Wabash Flats | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
New Cadillac Square Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom ($935) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Town Residences | S14 | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront?
There are currently 135 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, MI with pricing that ranges from $450 to $8,017. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront ranging from $595 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverfront ranges from $595 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,717.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverfront?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverfront range from $1,850 to $7,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.
Expert Rental Resources
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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