Cheap Homes for Rent in Fern-Ridge Neighborhood of Oak Park, MI from $900 (31 Rentals)

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property at 20248 Schaefer Hwy

$975

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$975

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20248 Schaefer Hwy

DetroitMI48235

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property at 464 W Marshall St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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464 W Marshall St

FerndaleMI48220
property at 164 Jewell St

$1,600

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$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

164 Jewell St

FerndaleMI48220

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property at 610 E Lewiston Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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610 E Lewiston Ave

FerndaleMI48220

Fern-Ridge, Oak Park, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fern-Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fern-Ridge area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Sherwood Heights priced from $935. Palmer Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Fern-Ridge apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sherwood HeightsThe Alan1BR,1BA$935
Palmer Lofts Apartments2BR/1 bath2BR,1BA$950
1500 E 10 Mile Rd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Oak Park Manor Apartments & TownhomesOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,099
Amber on 11StudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Flats of Ferndale1/11BR,1BA$1,170
Center Street PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
The Nine1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,295
The AldorThe Aldor - Studio w/ Juliet BalconyStudio,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fern-Ridge, MI

As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fern-Ridge area is the $1.56 price per square foot Three Bed Model at Vester Heights Apartments in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Fern-Ridge apartment is the Morse Row Model at The Harrison starting at $3,194 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fern-Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vester Heights ApartmentsThree Bed3BR,3BA$1.56
The HarrisonMorse Row2BR,2.5BA$1.80
Amber CrossingTownhome3BR,2.5BA$1.53
The Oaks on LincolnThe Addison (2BR / 1.5BA)2BR,1.5BA$1.52
Sixth Street LoftsOne Bedroom Loft w/Office1BR,1BA$1.80
Sherwood HeightsThe Deyville2BR,1BA$1.33
333 Marshall Apartments333 Marshall - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.74
Oakfern ManorTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.75
Palmer Lofts Apartments2BR/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.27
1500 E 10 Mile Rd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.62

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Fern-Ridge, Oak Park, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fern-Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in Fern-Ridge?

There are currently 174 Apartments for Rent in Fern-Ridge, MI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $16,788. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fern-Ridge ranging from $950 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fern-Ridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fern-Ridge ranges from $950 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,647.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fern-Ridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fern-Ridge range from $1,300 to $6,499, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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