
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Waterfront area of Detroit.


Lafayette Towers

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266 Belleview Ave
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 | $1,006 | $800 | $3,150 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $878 | $2,570 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $1,040 | $2,860 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,471 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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. Regency Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Regency Towers | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Parkview Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Palms | Studio A8 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Lafayette Towers | Fillmore | Studio,1BA | $911 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, MI
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $1.68 price per square foot Rooftop - 3/2 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI starting at $1,500 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Necklace District 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place | Rooftop - 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Jean Rivard | The Ottowa | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Palms East | Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Central Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Lafayette Towers | Fillmore | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Pasadena Investments LLC | ST/1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
| Parkview Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| Regency Towers | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Detroit, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central 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 searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterfront is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
The cheapest apartment in Waterfront is Pasadena Investments LLC which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Waterfront costs $2,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterfront?
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 5 regular apartments in Waterfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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