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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Smart home automation, cutting-edge technology
  • High-end finishes, refined details

Location

1405 Rivard St, Detroit, MI 48207, USA|Downtown Detroit
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Management

Friedman Communities

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Leasing office

(586) 326-3335

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Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Lafayette West Apartments receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 9 out of 10, reflecting its exceptional quality and value, while its amenities and location ratings are both perfect at 10 out of 10. Notable features include smart home automation and high-end finishes, contributing to an elevated standard of living. With plenty of nearby dining options, fitness facilities, and excellent work-from-home capabilities, this property offers a vibrant community environment.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
Lafayette West Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath436 sqft$1,480–$1,555 /mo3 units available
One Bedroom1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,850–$1,900 /mo3 units available
Two Bedroom2 bed2 bath894 sqft$2,405–$2,480 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for Lafayette West Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
High CeilingHigh Ceilings
Large ClosetsPatio
ViewWalk-in Closet
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Controlled AccessElevator
Fitness CenterFree Weights
Wheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Bike RacksGarage Parking
GateOff-Street Parking
Storage

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package Service
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Contact for more information on pet policy.

Parking

Garage ParkingContact for Price

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$0
Security Deposit. Refundable amount: 100%
Building details

Property details

Year built2023
Units104
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About Lafayette West Apartments

HomeApartments in DetroitDowntown Detroit Lafayette West Apartments

Contemporary Living - At its core, Lafayette West is contemporary - in its architecture, atmosphere, and aesthetic. Each carefully curated residence is appointed with high-end finishes and refined details. Live Smart - Lafayette West's cutting-edge Smart Home automation technology provides speed, convenience, safety, and reliability while helping residents save big on energy costs. Device hubs allow communication between smart devices on your network - locks, thermostats, lights, plugs, sensors and more. Leak detectors give you peace of mind knowing your possessions remain damage-free.


Year Built: 2023

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
Excellent
Lafayette West Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Lafayette West Apartments
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Lafayette West Apartments has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Lafayette West Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Lafayette West Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Lafayette West Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Lafayette West Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Lafayette West Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 2 highest rated

The bathroom, in- unit washer & dryer and kitchen - A+++++

Jacqueline Redd

Jacqueline Redd

Jul 12, 2024

Lafayette West Condos across expressway from Wayne County Sheriff Deputy Jail, Greektown, 36th District Courts, Wayne County Courts Downtown Detroit. Unable to Rate but construction coming together.

Margaret Godbolt

Margaret Godbolt

Sep 15, 2022

We’re sharing just 2 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Lafayette West Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • There are 59 grocery stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • 341 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 3 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 6 internet service provider options nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Lafayette West Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Downtown Detroit

Studio apartments at Lafayette West Apartments cost about 49% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Detroit.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Detroit.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Lafayette West Apartments to be 9% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Detroit.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Downtown Detroit
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,022
November 2023$1,025
December 2023$1,029
January 2024$1,015
February 2024$915
March 2024$930
April 2024$899
May 2024$932
June 2024$973
July 2024$991
August 2024$982
September 2024$960
October 2024$993
November 2024$1,007
December 2024$1,014
January 2025$1,080
February 2025$1,102
March 2025$1,010
April 2025$997
May 2025$999
June 2025$1,044
July 2025$995
August 2025$971
September 2025$924
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,426
November 2023$1,328
December 2023$1,368
January 2024$1,326
February 2024$1,313
March 2024$1,330
April 2024$1,422
May 2024$1,462
June 2024$1,450
July 2024$1,351
August 2024$1,425
September 2024$1,444
October 2024$1,417
November 2024$1,343
December 2024$1,371
January 2025$1,377
February 2025$1,472
March 2025$1,326
April 2025$1,192
May 2025$1,250
June 2025$1,142
July 2025$1,106
August 2025$1,004
September 2025$995

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,115.
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Schools near Lafayette West Apartments

Bunche Preparatory Academy

2715 macomb st

detroit, MI, 48207

PK, K-8Public
C-

Spain Elementary-Middle School

3700 beaubien st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C-

Moses Field School

1100 sheridan st

detroit, MI, 48214

PK, K-8Public
B+

Nichols Elementary-Middle School

3000 burns st

detroit, MI, 48214

PK, K-8Public
C-

Earhart Elementary/Middle School

1000 scotten st

detroit, MI, 48209

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Detroit near 1405 Rivard St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1405 Rivard St, Detroit

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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575 Brush St

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