Apartment Ratings | Riverfront Towers Ratings and Reviews

Riverfront Towers: The Best Spot in Detroit (Recommending!)

2009-12-04T05:01:36-06:00

From drjackb2: Reurbanizing. After 18 years living in a northern suburb it is great to get back into the downtown again. This riverfront community towers is spectaculars - location, convenience and view - the convenience of the people mover has been a blast to explore. My two small dogs love it, their ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: crack addict found in my wife's car!!! (Not Recommending)

2009-09-28T08:08:50-06:00

From jeeperscreepers2009: My wife was on her way to work and stepped into the riverfronts "secured" parking structure, stood next to her drivers side door and saw a crack addict asleep in her drivers seat!!!!!!! The addicts clothing was half off, had no shoes on and sound asleep in my wife's car!! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Great Place LOVE IT! Wish I didn't have to leave.... (Recommending!)

2009-09-03T12:35:39-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived at Riverfront for 3 years and I would still live there if my job hadn't transfered me out of state. When I first moved to Detroit 4 years ago I looked at all the places downtown and I really liked Riverfront but it was more expensive than some ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Good place (Recommending!)

2009-07-16T19:10:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: overall - I'd recommend Riverfront ! They charge you for everything ! Even the swimming pool - which is insane considering the price of the apartment ! They charge per car for parking ! That said; I like it here ! It is safe, fairly clean and quiet ! Well ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: (Not Recommending)

2009-07-01T19:24:45-06:00

From toomuchmoney09: I just got a letter from them saying that if you don't sign up for renter's insurance they will mandatorily charge you 9.95 per month under a group rate. There is some penalty if you don't. They are also getting rid of paper statements and charging 3 dollars for a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: KEEP LOOKING (Not Recommending)

2009-07-01T12:56:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I HAVE LIVED HERE FOR ALMOST 3 YEARS - PRICES KEEP INCREASING - MAINTENANCE KEEPS DECREASING. SOMEONE BROKE INTO MY CAR LAST WEEK - SHATTERED THE WINDOW. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS - BUT THAT'S THE ONLY REASON I'D RECOMMEND RIVERFRONT. I DON'T EVER SEE DRUG DEALERS OR SERIOUS DANGERS. BUT - NOT ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: APARTMENT BROKEN INTO WHILE ON 3WK VACATION! NOT WORTH THE MONEY! (Not Recommending)

2009-03-01T19:05:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: THE MANAGEMENT AT THIS APARTMENT IS A JOKE! THE UNITS ARE OVER PRICED AND YOU PAY FOR EVERY SINGLE THING! THE VIEW IS AMAZING. I WENT ON A 3WK VACATION (OUT OF THE COUNTRY) AND WHEN I RETURNED MY APARTMENT HAD BEEN BROKEN INTO. I LIVED ON THE 7TH FLOOR ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Woeful management - its not worth it. (Not Recommending)

2009-01-22T16:38:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The apartment itself is ok, but the management is simply woeful. - they phone you up and make false allegations and threats without getting their facts right- they loose your rent check and then commence eviction proceedings without contacting you. No apology when you go to their office and they ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: I LOVED LIVING AT THE RIVERFRONT!!! (Recommending!)

2009-01-16T12:57:50-06:00

From tjustice313: OMG...I dont agree with these reviews, maybe because I lived in the CONDOS (Tower 300) and not the apartments. Our building was totally renovated, new everything. The lobby was very nice. The elevators had marble floors and maple lined mirrors. All my neighbors were polite and professional. The staff was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Absolutely Terrible VERY LOW CLASS and UNPROFESSIONAL- DO NOT LIVE HERE!!! (Not Recommending)

2008-12-13T19:45:33-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved in on 6/2007. There are pros to being here, but they don't make up for the HUGE cons. Cons: Gym only is open until 9pm- no guests allowed unless they pay 5 dollars per visit. The gym manager who used to be here until last year is gone. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: couldn't take it anymore (Not Recommending)

2008-08-04T13:26:33-06:00

From -Anonymous-: It was excellent "back when" but steadily went down. Even with the exterior and grounds renovations recently completed, a close friend who still lives there says it has gotten even worse. It has a veneer of security but I know there were car thefts (and our son's motorcycle), huge dogs ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: DO NOT LIVE HERE (Not Recommending)

2008-02-18T19:09:46-06:00

From MAFIASO: DO NOT MOVE HERE. MANAGEMENT IS HORRIBLE AND INCONSIDERATE. I WOULD CHECK OTHER PLACES. THE SECURITY AND THE MANAGEMENT HERE HAVE LACK OF PROFESSIONALISM. NEED TO BE MORE FRIENDLY AND RESPECT THE TENANTS WHO ARE GIVING THEM BUSINESS.TRUST ME YOU DONT WANT TO MAKE THE MISTAKE I DID. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Poor Management and New Mgt company kept the same people! (Not Recommending)

2007-10-03T20:15:03-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived here for two years. I have a dog and don't have many other options as far as apartment living goes downtown. I love the grounds, I love the fact that there is a salon, market and bar on the grounds. But the management is not the best. The ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Best place to live Downtown (Recommending!)

2007-07-11T17:01:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived in two other places downtown and this is by far the best one. Nice grounds, secure and decent sized apartment. The views are great and its very convient to all expressways and downtown nightlife. The only drawbacks are the frequent elevator outages and the VERY expensive restaurant/bar.Overall its ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Even after you leave (Not Recommending)

2008-03-24T11:23:06-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I had problems. I have not received my security deposit back because the records got transferred from the management company in Detroit to the new management company in Florida and they could not find mine!! TERRIBLE MANAGEMENT. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Not worth the money (Not Recommending)

2006-07-28T02:03:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Just moved out of tower 100 after 3 years there. Almost left after the first year, could not leave (did not have time to move) after the second year due to a personal situation. Management is terrible...they think the place is so great that they overcharge on the rent. The ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: My home is awesome! (Recommending!)

2006-05-13T16:45:21-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've been renting an apartment at Riverfront for 3 years, and I love it here! The management has always been friendly to me. The people in the complex are so friendly, too! I'm a white female, and no matter what time of day or whose around, I get a very ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Gunpoint story NOT a lie (Not Recommending)

2006-05-06T22:58:02-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Security in the parking structure is dubious at best. EVERYONE knows about the hold-ups, we called the Detroit Police and confirmed it. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Safest place to live in Detroit - gunpoint story a lie (Recommending!)

2006-04-20T19:43:21-06:00

From jbenson22: I am shocked at all of the lies that have been posted about Riverfront. I have lived here for 2 years and just bought a condo - it is a great place to live and the quality of the conversion is just fantastic. We have an amazing new health club ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: very very nice (Recommending!)

2006-03-08T14:54:24-06:00

From -Anonymous-: the riverfront is by far one of the nicest apts around the downtown areas. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: held at gunpoint (Not Recommending)

2006-02-20T21:03:43-06:00

From riverfrontnonono: The best in downtown Detroit, but if you have any ability to, live out in Ferndale or another suburb. Rent will be cheaper and you will feel more safe. Two people were held at gunpoint in the parking structure while I lived there (span of one year) and my next ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Tower 300 - the condo tower (Recommending!)

2005-12-30T11:06:52-06:00

From Uma_von_Futures: I'm not sure about the reviews for the apartments...my experience is with the condo tower.

Compared to all the condos in the city of Detroit, Riverfront fulfills a very important price point. These condos are affordable. Someone could live in a luxury apartment with a great view, private waterfront access, extreme ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: 300 building is just fine! (Recommending!)

2005-12-30T10:27:41-06:00

From -Anonymous-: In response to the person who trashed my building, (see below), CHILL OUT! There is often a tough transition in a condo conversion, but when all the dust settles he'll have a great apartment with brand new everything, with a beautiful view and increased value in his investment. I also ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: don't move here! (Not Recommending)

2005-12-08T12:21:42-06:00

From jensel: hi... this place is not healthy... the staff is rude... the apartment appliances are old... they have put us residents under so much strain with improvements to the facilities... when what we needed were improvements in the apartments... they charge u for everything... parking... walking... breathing... u mention it and ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: rent increaase is out of line (Not Recommending)

2005-12-04T15:34:56-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here for 1 year. my first renewal of my lease was I think too high 7 % increase. I wish my salary would have gone up that much. We all are struggling in Mich. I figured my rent would go up some, but not that much. They ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Only nice before u move in. (Not Recommending)

2005-12-02T13:12:53-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have to say that I've been renting for a long time, and this is by far the rudest place I have rented from. Initially, they are really nice to you, but after you sign a lease, they are extremely rude and unreasonable...and we are paying! I don't think you ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Tower 300 (Not Recommending)

2005-11-18T19:08:54-06:00

From lawstu233: I just finnished closing on my one bedroom condominium in Tower 300. The improvements inside the condo are disappointing (the range with coils in 2005!). Association fees are way high and it does not include anything major.
I think the noise level is pretty high between the condos which, as a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: This is ridiculious. (Recommending!)

2005-11-06T14:43:35-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I love Riverfront. I have been a resident for five years and I plan on purchasing a condo in the 200 tower. I think it is wonderful to see all the improvement they are making. I can't beleive the things some people are writing. I have lived in many apartments ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: New Owner Tower 300 (Not Recommending)

2005-11-03T09:10:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I initially liked the view and had a friendly salesperson. That's when the fun stopped. I purchased a two bedroom condo with the standard package they call the Signature Package. To my surprise and others that have moved in as well, the finishes are way below what one might expect ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Noticeable Decline (Not Recommending)

2005-09-09T16:18:30-06:00

From detroitshortee@hotmail.com: I lived in the Riverfront years ago and I have been back to visit on numerous occassions over the past 5 years. It is NOT the place that was once tagged " Detroit's Hottest Address". When I moved in they required an insane security deposit, a criminal background check, notarized ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Your paying for the water view (Recommending!)

2005-09-04T18:33:59-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I stayed in the community for 2 years and previously stayed at the Millender Center apartments for 1 year prior. I was very happy with the neighbors. I didn't hear much noise,plus my apartment was on the end, an A unit. I rarely had to call maintenance but when I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Very subpar (Not Recommending)

2005-07-12T16:48:40-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Ok, I never lived at Riverfront, I just visited, so I am writing on my impression.

First off, the place is old. It was built in 1983 and from the looks of their bathroom and kitchen they havent once updated or rennovated any of their units. The kitchen was by far ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Very nice but not worth the amount of money they ask for! (Recommending!)

2005-02-03T06:50:23-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I live there for a year and i feel i was definitly cheated out on my money. Too many spiders and high electricity bills is my complaint. It was my first apartment ever and I have to say it was nice at first but after i realized that I wasnt ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: more safe than the suburbs (Recommending!)

2004-12-13T21:04:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived here for more than a year, and I have never, ever felt unsafe or uncomfortable anywhere on the grounds and I'm a single woman with a teenage son and daughter.

I have friends who live in the near suburbs who get their cars stolen out of their driveways. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Not a Safe Place (Not Recommending)

2004-12-12T00:35:13-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've gotten stuck in the elevators. My car has been vandalized. I experienced an attempted break-in. I've had enough!!! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: (Not Recommending)

2004-11-08T09:47:26-06:00

From -Anonymous-: they never clean the windows, and i mean they get so dirty. i think they only do it twice a year. the walls are thin as paper, i could remember hearing my neighbor and her boyfriend arguing till all times of the night. very overpriced. the amenities that they tell ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: If you like to feel safe, DONT MOVE HERE (Not Recommending)

2004-09-10T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: i can not beleave how such a nice place is going to the dumps... The upkeep of the building has gotten horrible. between the managment and the spiders, its enough to drive you crarzy. They are a bunch of blood sucking ticks. they advertise the swimming pool, tennis courts, and ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: NOT WORTH IT (Not Recommending)

2004-09-08T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: If you like the view of downtown and the water, The RiverFront is the place to be. But, I must say, that every great place has a down fall. when i first moved in, it was great, they gave me a checklist to complete, everything was working fine, except the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Steer Clear (Recommending!)

2004-08-29T00:00:00-06:00

From rockford: I lived in Tower 300 from May 2000 until January of 2003. Although the views were spectacular, I withessed the complex steadily go downhill. The leasing office was fine, but the management office was quite another story. Unprofessional, low-class people who always gave the impression that you were interrupting them ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Way Too Much for WAY TOO LITTLE (Not Recommending)

2004-07-12T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: In its heyday, Riverfront may well have been worth its comparatively high rent. While the presence of security may deter an unfamiliar criminal, anyone that comes to visit the building a couple times will easily find that security is only superficial.

In fact, the drycleaners was broken into twice in ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: OMIGOSH NOOOOOOOOOO (Not Recommending)

2004-07-09T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Leasing office is full of vampires, want to get money from you no matter which way. Be afraid, be very afraid. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: (Recommending!)

2004-06-02T00:00:00-06:00

From babygurl91580: I have been living at riverfront towers for the last year, my lease will soon be up, and im resigning. i have went threw all of the revues, and some of them are true. although I never seen a dead body, or a river rat b4. You can here music ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Pretty good place (Recommending!)

2004-05-16T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Hi, I am a doctor and so is my wife. I have lived here for a year and have found it as good , if not better, as most of my friends' apartments in the suburbs. Dont go by the nonsense about bodies in river or rats as someone seems ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: If it ayn´t broke don´t fix it... are you out there (Not Recommending)

2004-03-05T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Dear Anoymous,

Give us a call, we will be happy to lease you an apartment with courteous staff, 24 hour on call maintenance, many amenities, and a committment to our residents.

313-222-1500 ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: If it ainﾴt broke, donﾴt fix it! (Not Recommending)

2004-01-09T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I just moved in...

Now, appears that Iﾴll have to move out because of possible condos. Call me paranoid, but, I suspect that Riverfront Towers no longer need the monies that the majority of Black Americans are bringing to the Riverfront Towers. Here me out before you call me "crazy".THE RIVERFRONT ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: I would have recommended it to anyone before but now....... (Not Recommending)

2003-12-02T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived in Tower 200 for 3 and a half years, but have since purchased a home in the suburbs. My overall experience living at the Riverfront was wonderful with the exception of some of the staff including management and security, the broken elevators, and the occassional river rat.
I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: GO ELSEWHERE! (Not Recommending)

2003-10-25T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Problems galore. Beautiful premises but wait until you get into the apartments which are very cheap. Everything is priced separate - from the health facilities to parking to heating/cooling (which you somehow get charged whether you use it or not...go figure!!!)NO ONE in management knows how to take care of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Best in Detroit, but... (Recommending!)

2003-10-23T00:00:00-06:00

From VeggieTim: Riverfront Towers is probably the best rental community in Detroit, but it´s important for non-Detroiters who are considering moving to the city to understand the mentality of the city.

Just because Riverfront Towers is the best place in Detroit, it doesn´t mean that everyone would be happy to live there.

... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: An overall horrible living experience (Not Recommending)

2003-09-25T00:00:00-06:00

From detroit_native: Riverfront Towers bills itself as "luxury living" in downtown Detroit. Here is the reality:

The security is overbearing at times and creates a pain for many residents (further, they are generally ineffective as assaults often occur on the property and break-ins - for instance my car window was smashed in and ... [click to read full apartment review]

Riverfront Towers: Great high-rise living for the price (Not Recommending)

2003-09-08T00:00:00-06:00

From ProRenter1: My roommate and I have lived here one year and just renewed our lease. Our 2 bedroom/2 bath apartment overlooks the Detroit River and Canada as well as downtown Detroit. The views are awesome and so nice to come home to. I could sit and watch the boats on the ... [click to read full apartment review]