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PontiacMI48341

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RochesterMI48307

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21800 Middlebelt

Farmington HillsMI48336

Cheapest Available Oakland County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland County, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Regal Towers in the Woodcreek neighborhood priced from $799. Pembrook Manor in the Polo Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Regal Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Pembrook Manor$1000 moves you In - Spacious 1 Bed off Southfi...1BR,1BA$800
Maple Ridge Apartments1 Brm/1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Colony Hill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Highland Towers - Senior Living 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$803
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Amber's Timber LodgesStudioStudio,1BA$875
Cass Lake Shore ClubA11BR,1BA$880
Hope Senior Apartments-62+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$891
Amber Creek ApartmentsStudio (Tahoe/Ventura)Studio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland County, MI

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland County area is the $1.00 price per square foot Garden 3 Bedroom Model at The Oxley in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value Oakland County apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Turtle Creek Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The OxleyGarden 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.00
Turtle Creek ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.90
4081 Airport Rd2-Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.96
4085 Airport Rd, Unit 4085 airport rd Waterford4085 Airport Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.00
The Crossing at Auburn Hills3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.09
Auburn WestClassic Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Charles HamletTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Colony Hill ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
608 E Bernhard Ave, Unit Lower608 E Bernhard Ave2BR,1BA$1.10
Heritage Park East2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.08

Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland County

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland County?

There are currently 1353 Apartments for Rent in Oakland County, MI with pricing that ranges from $550 to $13,000. There are also 356 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland County ranging from $750 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland County ranges from $750 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,008.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland County range from $1,049 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $803 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,599.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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