
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nordwood Estates Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (23 Rentals)
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5093 Mansfield Ave, Unit 5093 Mansfield

Woodland Gardens

3826 Devon Rd

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3219 Benjamin Ave, Unit Benjamin Ave Apt

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Amber's Leafdale Apartments

3828 Devon Rd

3220 Shenandoah Dr

2425 Torquay Ave

Royal Oak Place

The Winston Apartments

Amber's Timber Lodges
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amber's Broadacre Apartments

540 W 14 Mile Rd
Nordwood Estates, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nordwood Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordwood Estates Studio Apartments | $1,009 | $829 | $1,245 |
| Nordwood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $900 | $1,764 |
| Nordwood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $977 | $2,355 |
| Nordwood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,600 | $2,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Nordwood Estates Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI.
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Cheapest Available Nordwood Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nordwood Estates area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Devon Park Apartments priced from $900. Amber's Timber Lodges has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Nordwood Estates apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Amber's Timber Lodges | Mini Flats | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Woodland Gardens | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Arlington Townhomes & Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nordwood Estates, MI
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nordwood Estates area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes in the in the Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Nordwood Estates apartment is the Townhouse Model at Amber's Starr Townhouses starting at $1,745 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Royal Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nordwood Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Oak Townhomes | 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Amber's Starr Townhouses | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| The Cloisters Townhouses | 2 BED, 1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| The Winston Apartments | The Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Arlington Townhomes & Apartments | Premium 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Medford Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 5093 Mansfield Ave, Unit 5093 Mansfield | 5093 Mansfield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNordwood Estates, Royal Oak, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nordwood Estates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nordwood Estates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nordwood Estates is at Amber's Timber Lodges listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nordwood Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nordwood Estates Apartment is $900 at Devon Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nordwood Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nordwood Estates is starting from $1,145 at amber's Broadacre Apartments.
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