
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nordwood Estates Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Nordwood Estates area of Royal Oak.


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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordwood Estates Studio Apartments | $960 | $819 | $1,245 |
| Nordwood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $900 | $1,680 |
| Nordwood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,050 | $2,445 |
| Nordwood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $1,550 | $2,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber's Timber Lodges | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Woodland Gardens | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Amber Apartments | Mediterranean 1- Standard | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nordwood Estates, MI
As of November 13, 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 Downtown Birmingham 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Briarwood Park Apartments | 2 BR 1.5 BATH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Arlington Townhomes & Apartments | Premium 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Amber Apartments | Mediterranean 1- Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Woodland Gardens | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Amber Corners South Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNordwood Estates, Royal Oak, MI
Ranked #13
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $1,040 at Woodland Gardens.
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