
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Ridge, MI from $600 (85 Rentals)
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Ferndale Park Co-op Senior Apartments

218 Academy St

20830 Westview Ave

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373 E Saratoga St, Unit 2

North Royal Oak Apartments

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239 Twelve Mile Rd, Unit 16

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404 Virginia Ave, Unit Apt 5

20129 Stratford Rd, Unit 2

Oak Park Manor Apartments & Townhomes
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Stephenson House - Madison Heights, MI

20460 Griggs St

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Amber on 11

333 Marshall Apartments

Fern 28

1270 W Nine Mile Rd

Rosewood Apartments

23115 Powell Ave

316 Spencer St

The Marshall Place
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Avenue Eleven Apartments

The Aldor

690 E Marshall St, Unit Lower

The Nine

20429 Monte Vista St

Center Street Place

484 E Breckenridge St

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425 Vester St

25901 Woodward Ave, Unit 101

Vester Apartments
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Royal Oak Crossings at Gardenia

Amber Crossing

324 E 3rd St, Unit 3

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602 W 3rd St, Unit 1

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit LowerLevel

739 S Alexander Ave, Unit Fully Furnished Lower Level

Oakfern Manor

400 E Cambourne St

20009 Wisconsin St

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Farnum Apartments
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District Royal Oak Apartments

Huntington Parc

500 E Troy St

1820 E Troy St

353 W Webster St, Unit Lower

409 On Nine

1550 Shevlin St

118 Ardmore Drive

Sandstone Apartments

22140 Dante St
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Pleasant Ridge, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pleasant Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,501 | $650 | $2,286 |
| Pleasant Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $850 | $4,995 |
| Pleasant Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,442 | $900 | $6,676 |
| Pleasant Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,269 | $1,300 | $6,499 |
| Pleasant Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,043 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Pleasant Ridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pleasant Ridge, MI is a Studio unit found at Virginia Apartments in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood priced from $895. Rosewood Manor Apartments in the Woodland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pleasant Ridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Apartments | Apt 11 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Rosewood Manor Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | One bedroom-One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 1500 E 10 Mile Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Oak Park Manor Apartments & Townhomes | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Stephenson House - Madison Heights, MI | One Bed, One Bath | 01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 20460 Griggs St | House | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Amber on 11 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Flats of Ferndale | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Ridge, MI and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pleasant Ridge area is the $1.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Amber Crossing in the in the Woodward Heights neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Pleasant Ridge apartment is the D1 Model at District Royal Oak Apartments starting at $1,965 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Oakmount Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasant Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Crossing | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| District Royal Oak Apartments | D1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Sixth Street Lofts | Sixth Street Lofts - 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Royal Oak Crossings at Gardenia | Gardenia | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 20460 Griggs St | House | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Rosewood Manor Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom-One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Campbell Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Stephenson House - Madison Heights, MI | One Bed, One Bath | 01 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 1500 E 10 Mile Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasant Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pleasant Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pleasant Ridge is at Virginia Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pleasant Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pleasant Ridge Apartment is $1,000 at North Royal Oak Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pleasant Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pleasant Ridge is starting from $1,000 at Rosewood Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Pleasant Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pleasant Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at District Royal Oak Apartments and starts from $1,965.
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