Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (21 Rentals)

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Regency Apartments
1 to 2 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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227 E 12 Mile Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

227 E 12 Mile Rd

227 E 12 Mile 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 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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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 $900. Marlen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. 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$900
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Amber ApartmentsSwiss 1- Standard1BR,1BA$945
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$980
Rochester House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, MI

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $1.39 price per square foot 1414 Crooks Rd Model at 1414 Crooks Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Forest Heights neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhouse Model at Elmsleigh Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Forest Heights 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.
1414 Crooks Rd, Unit 21414 Crooks Rd3BR,2BA$1.39
Elmsleigh ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.30
Arlington Townhomes & ApartmentsPremium 1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.51
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.20
Amber ApartmentsScandinavian 1 XL- Standard1BR,1BA$1.38
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
Rochester House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.90
Walnut Manor ApartmentsDeluxe Studio - Newly Renovated w/ Barn DoorStudio ,1BA$2.08
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forest Heights, Royal Oak, MI

Ranked #14

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

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3.0
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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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Heights is at Walnut Manor Apartments listed at $1,010.

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 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 $1,075 at Elmsleigh Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!