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$1,250 - $1,6001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avenue Eleven Apartments
333 E 11 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48067
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $900 (7 Rentals)
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$1,295Studio Apartments Available Now
Center Street Place
612-620 S Center StRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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The Aldor
310 W 6th StRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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$1,5351 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Metropolitan Lafayette Flats
201 N Lafayette AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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La Cara Noma Apartments
200 Virginia AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
330 Oakland Avenue
330 OaklandRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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Legacy on Oakland
406 Oakland AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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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 | $1,470 | $1,295 | $1,937 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $1,250 | $4,995 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,532 | $1,795 | $5,995 |
| Downtown Royal Oak 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,183 | $3,573 | $6,999 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Royal Oak Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Royal Oak area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 330 Oakland Avenue priced from $1,100. Avenue Eleven Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Royal Oak apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Avenue Eleven Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Center Street Place | Center Street Place - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Royal Oak, MI
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Royal Oak area is the $3.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Model at Main Living Apartments in the in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $6,200. The second greatest value Downtown Royal Oak apartment is the The Lincoln Model at Eight55 Apartments starting at $2,741 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Royal Oak apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Main Living Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $3.27 |
| Eight55 Apartments | The Lincoln | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| The Griffin Royal Oak | Mack | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.93 |
| Downtown Royal Oak | 118-120 | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Royal Oakland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Metropolitan Lafayette Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Center Street Place | Center Street Place - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
| Avenue Eleven Apartments | Loft One Bedroom (Apts A-D) | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Aldor | The Aldor - Studio w/ Juliet Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Royal Oak Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Royal Oak?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Royal Oak is under $2,536.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Royal Oak?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Royal Oak is 330 Oakland Avenue which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Downtown Royal Oak costs $4,976.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Royal Oak?
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 8 regular apartments in Downtown Royal Oak that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Royal Oak?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Royal Oak have an average cost of $375 which is $4,601 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Royal Oak.
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