
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Royal Oak Manor Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $780 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Royal Oak Manor area of Royal Oak.


Marlen

LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. Apartments

1919 Crooks Rd, Unit Apartment 6

Rochester House Apartments

Westgate

North Royal Oak Apartments

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Amber on 11

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Farnum Apartments

Amber Crossing

Avenue Eleven Apartments

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210 S Laurel St, Unit 3

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601 W 4th St

Oakland

214 Potter Ave

Downtown Royal Oak
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425 Park Ave, Unit Two

430 N Washington, Unit C

430 N Washington Ave, Unit C

227 E 12 Mile Rd

The Windemere

La Cara Noma Apartments

Royal Oak Crossings at Main

11 Mile Flats
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Royal Oak Crossings at Gardenia

Legacy on Oakland

822 Hawthorn Ave

330 Oakland Avenue

317 E Webster Rd

1818 N Center St

626 E Twelve Mile Rd

1103 N Main St
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525 E Fifth St, Unit A
Royal Oak Manor, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Royal Oak Manor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Manor Studio Apartments | $1,594 | $1,125 | $2,581 |
| Royal Oak Manor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $900 | $3,206 |
| Royal Oak Manor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,040 | $4,536 |
| Royal Oak Manor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,553 | $2,395 | $6,499 |
| Royal Oak Manor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,497 | $2,495 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Royal Oak Manor Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI.
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Cheapest Available Royal Oak Manor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Royal Oak Manor area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Marlen priced from $900. Westgate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Royal Oak Manor apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlen | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Westgate | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $995 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | One bedroom-One bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
| District Royal Oak Apartments | A3 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,050 |
| Amber on 11 | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,125 |
| LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. Apartments | LaPlaza | 1BR, 1BA | $1,140 |
| Royal Oak Town Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,150 |
| Elmsleigh Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,155 |
| Walnut Manor Apartments | Open Concept One Bedroom - Newly Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,195 |
| Amber's Red Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Oak Manor, MI
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal Oak Manor area is the $1.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Amber Crossing in the Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Royal Oak Manor apartment is the 430 N Washington Model at 430 N Washington, Unit C in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting at $2,000 with a $1.54 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Royal Oak Manor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Crossing | Townhome | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.53 |
| 430 N Washington, Unit C | 430 N Washington | 2BR, 2BA | $1.54 |
| District Royal Oak Apartments | B2 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| North Royal Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom-One bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.47 |
| Westgate | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
| Elmsleigh Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
| 330 Oakland Avenue | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| Royal Oak Town Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.64 |
| Amber's Red Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.90 |
| Marlen | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Royal Oak Manor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Royal Oak Manor?
The cheapest apartment in Royal Oak Manor is Marlen which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Royal Oak Manor costs $1,447.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Royal Oak Manor?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Royal Oak Manor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Royal Oak Manor?
Cheap apartments in Royal Oak Manor have an average cost of $133 which is $1,314 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Royal Oak Manor.
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