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property at 620 E Lincoln Ave

620 E Lincoln Ave

Royal OakMI48067
property at 23059 Davey Ave

23059 Davey Ave

Hazel ParkMI48030
property at 2655 E Maple Rd

2655 E Maple Rd

BirminghamMI48009
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2228 Bonner St

FerndaleMI48220
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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 1 Bed unit found at Marlen in the Forest Heights neighborhood priced from $850. Amber's Timber Lodges in the Nordwood Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Royal Oak apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Amber's Timber LodgesStudioStudio,1BA$875
Amber Creek ApartmentsStudio (Tahoe/Ventura)Studio,1BA$895
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$900
Emerald ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
President Madison ApartmentsPrinceton1BR,1BA$912
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$935
amber's Broadacre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$945
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$980
Lexington VillageRevere1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Oak, MI

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Royal Oak area is the $1.27 price per square foot 615 W 9 Mile Rd Model at 615 W 9 Mile Rd, Unit Ferndale Penthouse in the in the Pembroke neighborhood starting from $3,800. 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.
615 W 9 Mile Rd, Unit Ferndale Penthouse615 W 9 Mile Rd1BR,1.5BA$1.27
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
The Oaks on LincolnTHE DRAKE3BR,1.5BA$1.30
Corner PlaceTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Cambridge SquareTwo Bedroom Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.26
Rochester House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17
227 Twelve Mile Rd, Unit Unit #12227 Twelve Mile Rd1BR,1BA$1.20
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Devon Park Apartments1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Oak

What type of rentals are currently available in Royal Oak?

There are currently 527 Apartments for Rent in Royal Oak, MI with pricing that ranges from $804 to $13,000. There are also 154 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Royal Oak ranging from $995 to $8,500.

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 $995 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,354.

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 $1,320 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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