Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nordwood Estates Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (28 Rentals)
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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 |
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Nordwood Estates Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $875 | $1,710 |
Nordwood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $900 | $5,300 |
Nordwood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $931 | $10,000+ |
Nordwood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 28 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 Studio unit found at Amber's Timber Lodges priced from $875. Devon Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Nordwood Estates apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Amber's Timber Lodges | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
Woodland Gardens | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Amber Landing Townhouses and Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
The Gables of Troy | The Asher 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,174 |
Amber Corners South Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Somerset Park | Kinglsey | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Sunnymede Apartments - Troy, MI | Solstice | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nordwood Estates, MI
As of June 12, 2025 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 Birmingham Villas 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 Nordwood Estates 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. |
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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 Winston Apartments | The Winston Apts - 2 Bedroom (Newly Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Arlington Townhomes & Apartments | Premium 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Somerset Park | Royal | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Sunnymede Apartments - Troy, MI | Solstice | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
The Gables of Troy | The Quinn 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Woodland Gardens | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Nordwood Estates Neighborhood in Royal Oak, MI
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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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 $875.
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.
What is the most affordable Nordwood Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nordwood Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Somerset Park and starts from $1,875.
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