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property at 2201 Sonoma St

$800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2201 Sonoma St

FerndaleMI48220
property at 4190 S Rochester Rd

$1,250

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$1,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4190 S Rochester Rd, Unit 112, Unit 112

4190 S Rochester Rd
Royal OakMI48073

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property at 122 W Houstonia Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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122 W Houstonia Ave

Royal OakMI48073
property at 2023 Ardmore Dr

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2023 Ardmore Dr

FerndaleMI48220

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property at 2055 Browning St

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

2055 Browning St

FerndaleMI48220

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property at 464 W Marshall St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

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464 W Marshall St

FerndaleMI48220
property at 164 Jewell St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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164 Jewell St

FerndaleMI48220
property at 1561 E Webster St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1561 E Webster St

FerndaleMI48220

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property at 880 N Adams Rd

$1,695

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$1,695

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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880 N Adams Rd, Unit 6, Unit 6

880 N Adams Rd
BirminghamMI48009

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Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Royal Oak Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Royal Oak, MI is a Studio unit found at Amber Creek Apartments in the Oak Run neighborhood priced from $895. Virginia Apartments in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Royal Oak apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber Creek ApartmentsStudio (Tahoe/Ventura)Studio,1BA$895
Virginia ApartmentsApt 11Studio,1BA$895
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$900
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Amber's Timber LodgesMini FlatsStudio,1BA$925
Lexington VillageRevere1BR,1BA$930
Altitude Apartments East1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
amber's Broadacre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Emerald ApartmentsSPRING SPECIAL - RENOVATED W/STAINLESS, PLANK, ...1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Oak, MI

As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal Oak area is the $1.24 price per square foot **2 MONTHS FREE!!!** Fantastic Birmingham 2BR/... Model at Putney Townhomes in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $2,048. The second greatest value Royal Oak apartment is the 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Royal Oak apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Putney Townhomes**2 MONTHS FREE!!!** Fantastic Birmingham 2BR/...2BR,1.5BA$1.24
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Corner Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.29
Cambridge SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.37
239 Twelve Mile Rd, Unit 16239 Twelve Mile Rd1BR,1BA$1.25
Campbell Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.20
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.35

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Detroit area for Off-Campus Student Housing. Find your perfect Detroit Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Oak

What type of rentals are currently available in Royal Oak?

There are currently 536 Apartments for Rent in Royal Oak, MI with pricing that ranges from $850 to $17,146. There are also 162 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Royal Oak ranging from $800 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Royal Oak?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Royal Oak ranges from $800 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,896.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Royal Oak?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Royal Oak range from $1,440 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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