Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (31 Rentals)

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property at 208 Catalpa Dr

$1,495

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$1,495
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

208 Catalpa Dr, Unit 208

208 Catalpa Dr
Royal OakMI48067
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Regency Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

4190 Rochester RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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Devon Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Devon Park Apartments

3825 Crooks RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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227 E 12 Mile Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

227 E 12 Mile Rd

227 E 12 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
property at 4200 S Rochester Rd

$1,010

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4200 S Rochester Rd, Unit 106

4200 S Rochester Rd
Royal OakMI48073
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3603 Rochester Rd
1 to 2 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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Bristol Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bristol Place

2601-2623 Crooks 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 Marlen priced from $900. Walnut Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Forest Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Walnut Manor ApartmentsOpen Concept One Bedroom - Newly Renovated w/ B...Studio,1BA$1,095
Royal Oak Crossings at MainMain1BR,1BA$1,095
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
Arlington Townhomes & Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,155
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,155
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Amber Landing Townhouses and LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Winston ApartmentsThe Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated)2BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, MI

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $1.68 price per square foot The Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated) Model at The Winston Apartments in the in the Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Elmsleigh Apartments starting at $1,155 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Royal Oak 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.
The Winston ApartmentsThe Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated)2BR,1BA$1.68
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Arlington Townhomes & ApartmentsPremium 1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.56
3807 Rochester Rd, Unit 38073807 Rochester Rd2BR,1BA$2.20
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.90
Royal Oak Crossings at MainMain1BR,1BA$1.83
Amber Landing Townhouses and LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38
Walnut Manor ApartmentsOpen Concept One Bedroom - Newly Renovated w/ B...Studio ,1BA$2.19
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.00

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Forest Heights, Royal Oak, MI

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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!

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 $900 at Marlen.

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 $1,265 at Arlington Townhomes & Apartments.

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