
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI (53 Rentals)


The Delaware

The Hazelton

ICON on Main - Royal Oak, MI

The Roy

Elevate Luxury Living

Billings Place Luxury Community

The Aldor

Main Living Apartments

Eight55 Apartments
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Center Street Place

Downtown Royal Oak

Avenue Eleven Apartments

Oakland

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425 Park Ave, Unit Two

430 N Washington, Unit C

430 N Washington Ave, Unit C

405 N Washington Ave

301 N Washington Ave

432 S Washington Ave
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202 N Washington Ave

160 Tiffany Ln Pvt

406 E 6th St

Royal Oak Manor Co-op

Fifth Royal Oak

Main North

Barton Towers Co-Op

Virginia Apartments

Demrick

The Oak
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503 S Troy St

413-415 W 4th St

315-353 S Lafayette Ave

409 E Sixth St

419 W 4th St

Center Street Lofts

1002 S Washington Ave

Main Street Lofts

113 N Center St

1009-1015 S Lafayette Ave
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114 N Lafayette Ave

2 unit

319 W Harrison Ave

341 W Harrison Ave

328 Oakland Ave

330 Oakland Avenue

Worcestor Luxury Living

425 W 6th St

Sixth Street Lofts

La Cara Noma Apartments
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Downtown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Royal Oak?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Royal Oak Studio Apartments | $2,250 | $1,275 | $7,785 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $780 | $4,995 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $1,895 | $7,315 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,775 | $3,140 | $7,785 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Royal Oak?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,025 | $2,025 | $2,025 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,825 | $2,650 | $3,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI
Ranked #7
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Royal Oak
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Royal Oak area of Royal Oak, MI?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 53 available Downtown Royal Oak apartments priced from $780 to $7,785, with an average monthly rent of $3,275.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Royal Oak?
There are currently 19 Studio Apartments in Downtown Royal Oak with rent ranges from $1,275 to $7,785 with an average price of $2,250.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Royal Oak ranges from $780 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,325.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Royal Oak cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Royal Oak range from $1,895 to $7,315. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,525.
How expensive are Downtown Royal Oak Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 5 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Royal Oak on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,140 to $7,785 - averaging $4,775 for the location.
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