Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gardenia Grove Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $780 (28 Rentals)

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Amber on 11
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$1,125 - $1,575

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Base Rent$1,125 - $1,575

Total Monthly Price$1,125 - $1,575
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Amber on 11

1201 E 11 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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Farnum Apartments
$1,305 - $1,500

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Base Rent$1,305 - $1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,305 - $1,500
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Farnum Apartments

214-226 W Farnum AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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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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Royal Oak Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Oak Estates

805-905 N Stephenson HwyRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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11 Mile Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

11 Mile Flats

1804-1818 E 11 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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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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822 Hawthorn Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

822 Hawthorn Ave

822 Hawthorn AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
property at 317 E Webster Rd
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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317 E Webster Rd

Royal OakMI48073

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Gardenia Grove, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gardenia Grove Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gardenia Grove area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Westgate priced from $995. District Royal Oak Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Gardenia Grove apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westgate1 Bed, 1 bath1BR, 1BA$995
District Royal Oak ApartmentsA21BR, 1BA$1,075
Amber on 11StudioStudio, 1BA$1,125
LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. ApartmentsLaPlaza1BR, 1BA$1,140
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,150
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,155
Walnut Manor ApartmentsOpen Concept One Bedroom - Newly Renovated1BR, 1BA$1,195
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,195
Farnum Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,305
330 Oakland Avenue2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR, 1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardenia Grove, MI

As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gardenia Grove area is the $1.54 price per square foot 430 N Washington Model at 430 N Washington, Unit C in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Gardenia Grove apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Westgate in the Royal Oak neighborhood starting at $995 with a $1.21 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardenia Grove apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
430 N Washington, Unit C430 N Washington2BR, 2BA$1.54
Westgate1 Bed, 1 bath1BR, 1BA$1.21
District Royal Oak ApartmentsA31BR, 1BA$1.56
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1.44
330 Oakland Avenue2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR, 1BA$2.00
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR, 1BA$1.64
OaklandRoyal Oakland Apartments | One Bed | One Bath1BR, 1BA$2.29
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1.90
Farnum Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$2.25
LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. ApartmentsLaPlaza1BR, 1BA$2.05

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Michigan including Gardenia Grove, Royal Oak, and the greater Detroit area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gardenia Grove Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gardenia Grove?

The cheapest apartment in Gardenia Grove is Westgate which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Gardenia Grove costs $1,375.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gardenia Grove?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Gardenia Grove that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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