
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Pablo Davis Senior Living Center

Total Monthly Price
5424 Porter St, Unit 2

Francis Apartments

5807 Toledo St

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2343 Central St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,091 | $600 | $1,800 |
| West Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $990 | $700 | $1,251 |
| West Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $800 | $1,325 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available West Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Riverfront area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 7121 W Vernor Hwy priced from $750. Pablo Davis Senior Living Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable West Riverfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7121 W Vernor Hwy | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Pablo Davis Senior Living Center | One Bedroom w/out vouchers | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Delray Senior Housing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Central Apartments | Two Bedroom (B1) | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Sandwich Street Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Broderick Manor | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Larger) | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Sun Ray Manor Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Riverfront, MI
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Riverfront area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at The Murray in the in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value West Riverfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom plus den, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Suffolk Townhomes starting at $2,495 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Murray | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Suffolk Townhomes | 2 Bedroom plus den, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
| Delray Senior Housing | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1403 Morrell St, Unit 1 | 1403 Morrell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Central Apartments | Two Bedroom (B) | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Broderick Manor | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Larger) | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Pablo Davis Senior Living Center | One Bedroom w/out vouchers | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Sandwich Street Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 7121 W Vernor Hwy | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 5424 Porter St, Unit 2 | 5424 Porter St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Riverfront Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Riverfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Riverfront Apartment is $750 at 7121 W Vernor Hwy.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Riverfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Riverfront is starting from $1,095 at Central Apartments.
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