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1935 Chene CtDetroit, MI 48207
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1301 Orleans StDetroit, MI 48207
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2170 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48207
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1001 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48207
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1600 Antietam AveDetroit, MI 48207
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1401 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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750 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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930 E Lafayette StDetroit, MI 48207
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1387 E Larned StDetroit, MI 48207
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631 Orleans StDetroit, MI 48207
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500 River Place DrDetroit, MI 48207
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1531 E Larned StDetroit, MI 48207
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2016 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48207
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Chene Park Commons
2001 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
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2716 Macomb StDetroit, MI 48207
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Elmwood Tower
1325 Chene StDetroit, MI 48207
1565 Cherboneau Pl
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Regency Place
1941 Chene CtDetroit, MI 48207
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Circle Drive Commons
1440 Robert Bradby DrDetroit, MI 48207
1575 Cherboneau Pl
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Rivertown, Detroit, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rivertown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivertown Studio Apartments | $1,043 | $799 | $3,150 |
| Rivertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $995 | $2,032 |
| Rivertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $1,075 | $2,779 |
| Rivertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,600 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Rivertown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rivertown area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Regency Tower priced from $799. Pasadena Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable Rivertown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Tower | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Pasadena Apartments | ST/1B | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| The Palms | Studio A1 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A4 Aff | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rivertown, MI
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rivertown area is the $1.41 price per square foot Brownstone - 2/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Rivertown apartment is the Masonic Model at Lafayette Towers starting at $1,491 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Necklace District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rivertown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place | Brownstone - 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Lafayette Towers | Masonic | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| DuCharme Place Apartments | C1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Central Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Pasadena Apartments | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
| City Place Detroit | Renovated Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Regency Tower | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rivertown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rivertown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rivertown is under $1,434.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rivertown?
The cheapest apartment in Rivertown is Pasadena Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Rivertown costs $2,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rivertown?
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 20 regular apartments in Rivertown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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