Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkley Neighborhood of Berkley, MI from $800 (58 Rentals)

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Catalpa Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Catalpa Lofts

2575 Catalpa DrBerkley, MI 48072
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Devon Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Devon Park Apartments

3825 Crooks RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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Legacy Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Manor

2804 Coolidge HwyRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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The Windemere
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Windemere

1125 N Sherman DrRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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property at 206 Josephine Ave

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206 Josephine Ave

Royal OakMI48067
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Hickory Grove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Grove

2720-2724 Crooks RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Downtown Berkley, Berkley, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Berkley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Berkley area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+ priced from $888. Lincoln Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkley apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$888
Lincoln Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$900
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Legacy Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
North Royal Oak ApartmentsOne bedroom-One bathroom1BR,1BA$1,000
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,000
The Loop on GreenfieldThe Roosevelt - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,010
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Amber Court ApartmentsAlberta I1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkley, MI

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkley area is the $1.42 price per square foot Chatsworth Model at Huntley Square in the in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Downtown Berkley apartment is the 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Royal Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Berkley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Huntley SquareChatsworth3BR,2BA$1.42
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Cranbrook Centre - Southfield, MI2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.40
Camelot ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.45
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Cambridge SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
North Royal Oak ApartmentsTwo Bedroom-One bathroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Altitude West (Altitude RPB, LLC)One Bedroom | One Bath | Sublease - 10 Month Le...1BR,1BA$1.41
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.35
The Loop on GreenfieldThe Roosevelt - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Berkley, Berkley, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Berkley. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Berkley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Berkley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Berkley is at Lincoln Towers Apartments listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Berkley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Berkley Apartment is $888 at Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Berkley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkley is starting from $1,160 at Versailles.

What is the most affordable Downtown Berkley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Berkley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amber Landing Townhouses and Lofts and starts from $2,015.

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