
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ferndale, MI from $500 (157 Rentals)
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20830 Westview Ave

1305 W Nine Mile Rd

145 E Bennett St

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347 E Saratoga St, Unit #2

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340 E Troy St, Unit 2

425 Vester St

1270 W Nine Mile Rd

316 Spencer St

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484 E Breckenridge St
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Oakfern Manor

146 E Hazelhurst St

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221 Flowerdale St

118 Ardmore Drive

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Margo Manor Apartments

1500 E 10 Mile Rd

159 E Bennett St

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Withington Apartments

Flats of Ferndale

1619 W 9 Mile

455 W Marshall St

Oakridge Apartments

383 W Chesterfield St
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1790 Ardmore Dr

3204 McDowell St

3350 McDowell St

264 E Woodland St

1542 E George Ave

Palmer Park Square

433 W Savannah St

433 W Savannah St

Palmer Lofts Apartments
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RCI Covington Apartments

27 E Milton Ave

17177 Prairie St

20460 Griggs St

17701 Manderson Rd

North Royal Oak Apartments

17409 Warrington Dr

20445 Stratford Rd

Sherwood Heights

Warren Manor
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Ferndale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ferndale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Ferndale Studio Apartments | $1,690 | $895 | $7,785 |
| Cheap Ferndale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $850 | $4,995 |
| Cheap Ferndale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $749 | $7,315 |
| Cheap Ferndale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $875 | $7,785 |
| Cheap Ferndale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,497 | $2,495 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Ferndale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ferndale, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Palmer Lofts Apartments in the Pembroke neighborhood priced from $850. RCI Covington Apartments in the Fitzgerald neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ferndale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Lofts Apartments | 1 BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| RCI Covington Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Ferndale Park Co-op Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 3 | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Catalpa Court | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 20460 Griggs St | House | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | One bedroom-One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Warren Manor | One Bedroom - Classic Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ferndale, MI
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ferndale area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at RCI Covington Townhouses in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Ferndale apartment is the The Friar Model at Sherwood Heights starting at $1,430 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Pembroke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ferndale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCI Covington Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Sherwood Heights | The Friar | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| RCI Shelbourne | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Baxter Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 20460 Griggs St | House | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom-One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Catalpa Court | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1771 E Woodward Heights Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Palmer Lofts Apartments | 1 BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ferndale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ferndale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ferndale is at RCI Covington Apartments listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ferndale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ferndale Apartment is $850 at Palmer Lofts Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ferndale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ferndale is starting from $945 at Ferndale Park Co-op Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ferndale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ferndale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at District Royal Oak Apartments and starts from $1,965.
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