Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Royal Oak Township Downtown Neighborhood of Ferndale, MI from $700 (78 Rentals)

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22444 Woodward Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

22444 Woodward Ave

22444 Woodward AveFerndale, MI 48220
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Margo Manor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Margo Manor Apartments

1250-1270 W 9 Mile RdFerndale, MI 48220
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1619 W 9 Mile
1 Bedroom Apartments

1619 W 9 Mile

1619 W 9 Mile RdFerndale, MI 48220
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484 E Breckenridge St
1 Bedroom Apartments

484 E Breckenridge St

484 E Breckenridge StFerndale, MI 48220
Senior Living
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Sandstone Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandstone Apartments

12800 W Nine Mile RdOak Park, MI 48237
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18411 Meyers Rd

DetroitMI48235

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Royal Oak Township Downtown, Ferndale, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Royal Oak Township Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Royal Oak Township Downtown area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pickford Place Apartments priced from $800. Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $818. Here are the most affordable Royal Oak Township Downtown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pickford Place Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$800
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$818
Towne Square ApartmentsThe Uptown (Contemporary)1BR,1BA$925
Sherwood HeightsThe Alan1BR,1BA$1,035
Marion Manor ApartmentsMarion Manor Apts - 1 Bedroom - G unit #31BR,1BA$1,125
Oak Park GardensYorkshire2BR,1BA$1,165
F28One Bedroom - Oakridge1BR,1BA$1,195
Oak Park Manor Apartments & TownhomesOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,199
Stratford Villa - Oak Park, MITwo bedroom apartment2BR,1BA$1,250
Oakridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Oak Township Downtown, MI

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Royal Oak Township Downtown area is the $1.57 price per square foot Three bedroom townhome Model at Stratford Villa - Oak Park, MI in the in the Ridgewood Estates neighborhood starting from $1,724. The second greatest value Royal Oak Township Downtown apartment is the Woodward Model at Huntington Parc starting at $1,500 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Woodward Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Royal Oak Township Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stratford Villa - Oak Park, MIThree bedroom townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.57
Huntington ParcWoodward2BR,1BA$1.58
Oakfern ManorTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.53
Sherwood HeightsThe Deyville2BR,1BA$1.33
The Marshall Place2/1 Condo (870sf)2BR,1BA$1.67
Oak Park GardensYorkshire2BR,1BA$1.37
F28One Bedroom - Oakridge1BR,1BA$1.67
Pickford Place Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$1.27
Towne Square ApartmentsThe Uptown (Contemporary)1BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Royal Oak Township Downtown, Ferndale, MI

Ranked #6

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Royal Oak Township Downtown, Ferndale, and the greater Detroit area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Royal Oak Township Downtown Neighborhood in Ferndale, MI

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Royal Oak Township Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Royal Oak Township Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Royal Oak Township Downtown is at FerndaleHaus Lofts listed at $1,623.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Royal Oak Township Downtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Royal Oak Township Downtown Apartment is $800 at Pickford Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Royal Oak Township Downtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Royal Oak Township Downtown is starting from $975 at Pickford Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Royal Oak Township Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Royal Oak Township Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stratford Villa - Oak Park, MI and starts from $1,724.

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