
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $900 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Royal Oak area of Royal Oak.


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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 |
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Downtown Royal Oak Studio Apartments | $1,735 | $1,195 | $3,175 |
Downtown Royal Oak 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $1,030 | $4,995 |
Downtown Royal Oak 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $1,260 | $6,075 |
Downtown Royal Oak 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,257 | $3,500 | $8,589 |
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There are currently 13 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 Lexington Village priced from $990. Avenue Eleven Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Downtown Royal Oak apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lexington Village | Revere | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Avenue Eleven Apartments | Farm House One Bedroom (102 and 206) | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
The Park on 13 Apartments - Royal Oak, MI | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
FerndaleHaus Lofts | fdh-S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Royal Oakland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Royal Oak, MI
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Royal Oak area is the $3.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Main Living Apartments in the in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $6,625. The second greatest value Downtown Royal Oak apartment is the D1 Three Bedroom Model at Flats at Iron Ridge starting at $2,755 with a $1.91 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, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.22 |
Flats at Iron Ridge | D1 Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
The Griffin Royal Oak | Cambourne | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
Elevate Luxury Living | The Pierce (Furnished) | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
The Harrison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
Royal Oakland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
324 E 3rd St, Unit 2 | 324 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Lexington Village | Revere | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
The Park on 13 Apartments - Royal Oak, MI | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Avenue Eleven Apartments | Farm House One Bedroom (102 and 206) | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Royal Oak, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood in Royal Oak, MI
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Royal Oak Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Royal Oak?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Royal Oak is at FerndaleHaus Lofts listed at $1,649.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartment is $990 at Lexington Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Royal Oak is starting from $1,220 at Lexington Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown Royal Oak Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Royal Oak Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Flats at Iron Ridge and starts from $2,755.
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