Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI (28 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Waterfront area of Detroit that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown

Lafayette Park Place - Detroit, MI

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1391 Woodbridge St

226 Mt Elliott St

200 Mt Elliott St

1515 Cherboneau Pl

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 | $1,197 | $799 | $3,150 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $995 | $2,515 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,060 | $1,075 | $2,676 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,862 | $2,600 | $3,050 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Most Pet Friendly Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Waterfront area of Detroit, MI that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is River Place with prices starting from $1,200 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Orleans Landing scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,547. Here are the most Pet Friendly Waterfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place | 4/4 | Rivertown | $1,200 |
| Orleans Landing | 3.4/4 | Rivertown | $1,547 |
| Pasadena Apartments | 3.2/4 | Rivertown | $849 |
| Guoin Street Lofts | 3.2/4 | Rivertown | $3,150 |
| Regency Tower | 3/4 | East Central | $799 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Waterfront
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Waterfront of Waterfront is the ST/1B Model at Pasadena Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $849. The second cheapest Waterfront Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Parkview Senior Apartments starting at $919. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Waterfront apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Apartments | ST/1B | $849 |
| Parkview Senior Apartments | Studio | $919 |
| City Club Apartments Lafayette Park | A4 Aff | $1,045 |
| Central Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,125 |
| River Place | Apartment - 1/1 | $1,200 |
| Palms East | Garden 1 Bedroom | $1,200 |
| The Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B9 | $1,335 |
| Orleans Landing | A1 | $1,547 |
| DuCharme Place Apartments | C1 | $1,800 |
| Waters Edge Apartments of Harbortown | C1 | $2,390 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Detroit, MI
Ranked #54
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with a son or daughter (or both!), location matters. This neighborhood has a reputation as a favorite area of town for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and outdoor amenities? this area has now become known as providing fantastic access to the great outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise furry friends? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Waterfront Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Waterfront is $1,598.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Waterfront is a 2,156 square feet unit starting from $824 at Lafayette Towers.
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