
Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (91 Rentals)


DuCharme Place Apartments

Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown

River Place

Palms

Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI

Central Park

Regency Towers

City Club Apartments Lafayette Park

Lafayette Towers
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Jean Rivard

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Guoin Street Lofts

Prince Hall

Parkview Senior Apartments

2900 E Jefferson Ave

250 E Harbortown Dr, Unit 1011

250 E Harbortown Dr, Unit 250 E Harbor Town Floor14

3150 Woods Cir
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1800 Campau Farms Cir

6533 E Jefferson Ave, Unit 704

226 Mt Elliott St

226 Mt Elliott St

227 Iron St

227 Iron St

200 Mt Elliott St

1575 Cherboneau Pl

226 Mt Elliott St

200 River Pl Dr
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3170 Woods Cir Dr

1643 Campau Farms Cir

2928 Prince Hall Dr

1565 Cherboneau Pl

1391 Woodbridge St

1300 E Lafayette St

1478 Helen St

2900 E Jefferson Ave

270 Gladstone Ave

279 Drouillard Rd
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304 Lincoln Rd

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3177 Riverside Dr E

3177 Riverside Dr E

3177 Riverside Dr E

3177 Riverside Dr E

266 Belleview Ave

266 Belleview Ave

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Ralph Bunche Co-Op Apartments
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Waterfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,054 | $695 | $3,150 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $995 | $2,570 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $1,075 | $2,865 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $1,699 | $3,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Detroit, MI
Ranked #51
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan, including Detroit. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have young ones? this residential neighborhood has risen to be a favorite neighborhood for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and great school districts.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and outdoor amenities? this part of town is now ranked as providing good access to the outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Waterfront has established a name for itself as one of our preferred higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there furry friends in your life? this section of town has now become known as one of our favorite submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront
How much are Studio apartments in Waterfront?
There are currently 22 Studio Apartments in Waterfront with rent ranges from $695 to $3,150 with an average price of $1,054.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Waterfront Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Waterfront ranges from $995 to $2,570 with an average monthly rent of $1,352.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Waterfront range from $1,075 to $2,865. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,933.
Expert Rental Resources
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