Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Riverfront Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $400 (5 Rentals)

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Central Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Central Apartments

2625 Central StDetroit, MI 48209
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730 Clark St
1 Bedroom Apartments

730 Clark St

730 Clark StDetroit, MI 48209
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7121 W Vernor Hwy
1 Bedroom Apartments

7121 W Vernor Hwy

7121 W Vernor HwyDetroit, MI 48209
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Hubbard Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hubbard Apartments

1241 Hubbard StDetroit, MI 48209

West Riverfront, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Riverfront area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Hubbard Apartments priced from $795. Broderick Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable West Riverfront apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hubbard ApartmentsS - StudioStudio,1BA$795
Broderick ManorOne Bedroom, One Bathroom (Junior)1BR,1BA$845
Central ApartmentsTwo Bedroom (B2)2BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Riverfront, MI

As of June 23, 2025 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 $1,500. The second greatest value West Riverfront apartment is the Two Bedroom (B2) Model at Central Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Springwells neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Murray1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.12
Central ApartmentsTwo Bedroom (B2)2BR,1BA$1.42
Baker Street Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.82
Broderick ManorTwo Bedroom, One Bathroom (Standard)2BR,1BA$1.92
Hubbard ApartmentsS - StudioStudio ,1BA$2.41

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Riverfront, Detroit, MI

Ranked #90

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West Riverfront Neighborhood in Detroit, MI

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $845 at Broderick Manor.

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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