
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (25 Rentals)
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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 |
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Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,199 | $800 | $2,145 |
Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $878 | $2,570 |
Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,010 | $3,760 |
Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,708 | $1,471 | $4,195 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Investments LLC priced from $800. Manchester Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Manchester Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $845 |
Regency Towers | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $850 |
City Place Detroit | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $900 |
The Pavilion | Lafayette | Studio,1BA | $939 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, MI
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $0.96 price per square foot Single Model at Guoin Street Lofts in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place starting at $2,100 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Guoin Street Lofts | Single | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
The Millie on Brush | Bp - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Lafayette Towers | Fisher | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Central Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Elmwood Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Manchester Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterfront is at Pasadena Investments LLC listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment is $900 at Pasadena Investments LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront is starting from $1,010 at Pasadena Investments LLC.
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