
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brookwood Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Brookwood area of Royal Oak.


LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. Apartments

1919 Crooks Rd, Unit 14

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Royal Oak Crossings at Main
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Royal Oak Crossings at Gardenia
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Farnum Apartments

822 Hawthorn Ave

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579 N Center St, Unit #2

Oakland

214 Potter Ave

214 Potter Ave

227 E 12 Mile Rd
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The Windemere

508 Parkdale Ave

Legacy on Oakland

822 Hawthorn Ave

330 Oakland Avenue

1818 N Center St

1814 N Center St
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404 La Plaza Ct

1103 N Main St

Royal Madison
Brookwood, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brookwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookwood Studio Apartments | $1,572 | $1,095 | $2,050 |
| Brookwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $900 | $3,745 |
| Brookwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $1,085 | $4,645 |
| Brookwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,965 | $1,965 | $1,965 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brookwood Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI.
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Cheapest Available Brookwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brookwood area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Marlen priced from $900. North Royal Oak Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Brookwood apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlen | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | One bedroom-One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Royal Oak Crossings at Main | Main | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Walnut Manor Apartments | Open Concept One Bedroom - Newly Renovated w/ B... | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Royal Oak Town Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Elmsleigh Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Amber's Red Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| District Royal Oak Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookwood, MI
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookwood area is the $1.47 price per square foot Two Bedroom-One bathroom Model at North Royal Oak Apartments in the in the Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Brookwood apartment is the 239 Twelve Mile Rd Model at 239 Twelve Mile Rd, Unit 16 starting at $995 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Royal Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Royal Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom-One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 239 Twelve Mile Rd, Unit 16 | 239 Twelve Mile Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Elmsleigh Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| District Royal Oak Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Campbell Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1080 N Campbell Rd, Unit #4 | 1080 N Campbell Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Farnum Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Royal Oak Town Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Amber's Red Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Royal Oak Crossings at Main | Main | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brookwood?
The cheapest apartment in Brookwood is Marlen which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Brookwood costs $1,965.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brookwood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Brookwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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