Welcome home to The Jefferson in Detroit, MI. Built in 1965 and rising 29 stories along historic Jefferson Avenue, this iconic high-rise offers spacious apartment homes with breathtaking views of the Detroit River and downtown skyline. Enjoy comfortable living, modern conveniences, and a prime location just minutes from downtown.
Located along historic Jefferson Avenue overlooking the Detroit River, The Jefferson places you in one of Detroit's most desirable waterfront locations. Residents enjoy easy access to the scenic Detroit Riverwalk, Belle Isle Park, Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, and Downtown Detroit's attractions, including Campus Martius Park, Ford Field, Comerica Park, and Fox Theatre. With nearby shopping, dining, entertainment, and convenient access to major roadways and public transportation, The Jefferson offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and waterfront living.
Call today to discover your new home at The Jefferson Apartments in Detroit!
12 month lease
Apartment for rent
$949+/mo
One Bedroom, 9000 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
1beds
800sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
Shared laundry
Garage parking
Central
What's special
Desirable waterfront locationModern conveniencesSpacious apartment homesComfortable living
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Courtyard
- Pool features: Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Water
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Building
Details
- Building name: The Jefferson Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center, Gated, Pool
- Security: Gated Community
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Gated, Management, Pool
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Listed for rent | $949$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Joseph Barry Subdivision
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Nichols Elementary-Middle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Southeastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi







