
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rouge River Valley Neighborhood of Farmington, MI from $700 (42 Rentals)
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Rouge River Valley, Farmington, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rouge River Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rouge River Valley Studio Apartments | $1,209 | $700 | $1,718 |
| Rouge River Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $800 | $1,652 |
| Rouge River Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $900 | $2,134 |
| Rouge River Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,997 | $2,873 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rouge River Valley Neighborhood of Farmington, MI.
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Cheapest Available Rouge River Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rouge River Valley area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Farmington Manor Apartments priced from $700. Maple Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Rouge River Valley apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington Manor Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Brm/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Freedom Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Independence Green | Washington - Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Country Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Lakeview Apartments of Farmington Hills | Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Stoneridge Manor | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Drakeshire | Oakshire | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Carrington Place Senior Apartments | Unit B | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rouge River Valley, MI
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rouge River Valley area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Atlantic (2BR / 2.5BA) Model at Foxpointe Townhomes in the in the Farmington Road neighborhood starting from $2,053. The second greatest value Rouge River Valley apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Greenwoods Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Livonia North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rouge River Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxpointe Townhomes | The Atlantic (2BR / 2.5BA) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Greenwoods Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Windemere Apartments | Snapdragon Deluxe | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Freedom Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Stoneridge Manor | One Bedroom, One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Apple Ridge Apartments - Livonia, MI | The Melrose | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Drakeshire | Oakshire | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Country Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Farmington Manor Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Brm/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Rouge River Valley, Farmington, MI
Longacre Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rouge River Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rouge River Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rouge River Valley Apartment is $800 at Maple Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rouge River Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rouge River Valley is starting from $900 at Maple Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rouge River Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rouge River Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Muirwood Terraces and Apartments and starts from $1,997.
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