Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $900 (18 Rentals)

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Legacy on Oakland
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy on Oakland

406 Oakland AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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Station 3 Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Station 3 Lofts

333 E Parent AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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Downtown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

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 Avenue Eleven Apartments priced from $1,250. The Aldor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Downtown Royal Oak apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avenue Eleven ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,250
The AldorThe Aldor - Studio (11)Studio,1BA$1,295
330 Oakland Avenue1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,299
Downtown Royal Oak118-1202BR,1BA$1,795
Royal Oakland ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Royal Oak, MI

As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Royal Oak area is the $2.67 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Main Living Apartments in the in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Downtown Royal Oak apartment is the Cambourne Model at The Griffin Royal Oak starting at $3,752 with a $2.85 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Main Living Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$2.67
The Griffin Royal OakCambourne2BR,2BA$2.85
Eight55 ApartmentsThe Vinsetta2BR,2BA$2.13
ICON on Main - Royal Oak, MI2 Bed | 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.94
The RoyThe Westview - Two-Bedroom (C1)2BR,2BA$2.94
Downtown Royal Oak118-1202BR,1BA$2.39
Royal Oakland ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.57
330 Oakland Avenue1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.86
Avenue Eleven ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.92
The AldorThe Aldor - Studio (11)Studio ,1BA$2.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI

Ranked #5

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Royal Oak Apartments

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 $1,250 at Avenue Eleven Apartments.

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 $1,795 at Downtown Royal Oak.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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