Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (18 Rentals)

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Regency Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

4190 Rochester RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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Hickory Grove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Grove

2720-2724 Crooks RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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3826 Devon Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3826 Devon Rd

3826 Devon RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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3603 Rochester Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3603 Rochester Rd

3603 Rochester RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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3828 Devon Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3828 Devon Rd

3828 Devon RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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Forest Heights, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Heights area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Devon Park Apartments priced from $850. Marlen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Forest Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$850
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Rochester House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Amber Landing Townhouses and LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Hickory GroveA1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, MI

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $1.33 price per square foot Melrose Deluxe Model at LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. Apartments in the in the Forest Heights neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the The Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated) Model at The Winston Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Nordwood Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. ApartmentsMelrose Deluxe2BR,2.5BA$1.33
The Winston ApartmentsThe Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated)2BR,1BA$1.68
Arlington Townhomes & ApartmentsPremium 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.59
Elmsleigh ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.34
Hickory GroveA1BR,1BA$1.50
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.13
Rochester House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.90
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forest Heights, Royal Oak, MI

Ranked #15

Among neighborhoods in Royal Oak, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Forest Heights, Royal Oak, and the greater Detroit area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Forest Heights Neighborhood in Royal Oak, MI

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Heights Apartment is $850 at Devon Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Heights is starting from $1,210 at Elmsleigh Apartments.

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