Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brookland Neighborhood of Rochester, MI from $700 (35 Rentals)

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Mildon Apartments
$1,300 - $1,850
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$1,300 - $1,850

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Mildon Apartments

233 1st StRochester, MI 48307
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The Graham
$1,166 - $2,496
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The Graham

1901 Village Green BlvdRochester Hills, MI 48307
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Pine Ridge Apartments
$1,272 - $3,313
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Pine Ridge Apartments

2800 Overlook DrRochester Hills, MI 48307
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Oak Hill Apartments
$1,290 - $3,060
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Oak Hill Apartments

45600 Oak Hill BlvdShelby Township, MI 48317
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$1,490

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1629 Emerson Cir, Unit 95, Unit 95

1629 Emerson Cir
Rochester HillsMI48307
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$1,500

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

2336 Orchard Crest St

Shelby TownshipMI48317

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Lakota Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakota Hills

50605 Mound RdShelby Township, MI 48317
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Crystal Lake Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crystal Lake Apartments

2001 Crystal Lake DrShelby Township, MI 48316
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Fox Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Lane Apartments

45600 Fox Ln WShelby Township, MI 48317
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Huron River Shelby
2 Bedroom Apartments

Huron River Shelby

51611 Mound RdShelby Township, MI 48316
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Brookland, Rochester, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brookland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brookland area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Charles Hamlet priced from $950. Forest Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Brookland apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Charles HamletOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Forest Ridge Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$999
115 Campbell St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Sterling Hill Apartments***Act Fast! Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment...2BR,1BA$1,077
Essex At Hampton1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175
Pine Ridge ApartmentsAmsterdam1BR,1BA$1,276
Oak Hill ApartmentsAshton1BR,1BA$1,290
Cedar Valley Luxury ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Mildon ApartmentsOne Bedroom (Unfurnished)1BR,1BA$1,300
The GrahamA1R1BR,1BA$1,366

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookland, MI

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookland area is the $1.44 price per square foot Snowdrift Model at Cidermill Village in the in the McGregor neighborhood starting from $2,556. The second greatest value Brookland apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Amberwood Townhomes starting at $2,295 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Route 59 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cidermill VillageSnowdrift3BR,2BA$1.44
Amberwood TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,3.5BA$1.40
Ashford ApartmentsArlington II2BR,2BA$1.36
Rochester Villas3 Bed3BR,1.5BA$1.33
Whispering Lakes ApartmentsPlan C-1 (2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Main)2BR,2BA$1.44
Charles HamletTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.20
Pebble Creek2 Beds | 2 Baths Lower2BR,2BA$1.47
Forest Ridge Apartments2 bedroom A2BR,1BA$1.45
Sterling Hill Apartments***Act Fast! Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment...2BR,1BA$1.35
115 Campbell St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Northern Detroit. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookland Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookland Apartment is $950 at Charles Hamlet.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookland is starting from $1,077 at Sterling Hill Apartments.

What is the most affordable Brookland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brookland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rochester Villas and starts from $1,595.

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