Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walden Park Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $800 (24 Rentals)

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Hickory Grove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Grove

2720-2724 Crooks RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073
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227 E 12 Mile Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

227 E 12 Mile Rd

227 E 12 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073

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The Windemere
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Windemere

1125 N Sherman DrRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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512 W 4th St

Royal OakMI48067
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Legacy on Oakland
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy on Oakland

406 Oakland AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067
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822 Hawthorn Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

822 Hawthorn Ave

822 Hawthorn AveRoyal Oak, MI 48067

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Walden Park, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Walden Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walden Park area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Marlen priced from $850. Elmsleigh Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here are the most affordable Walden Park apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$980
Rochester House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$990
227 E 12 Mile Rd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
North Royal Oak ApartmentsOne bedroom-One bathroom1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walden Park, MI

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walden Park area is the $1.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Amber Crossing in the in the Woodward Heights neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Walden Park apartment is the Melrose Model at LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Forest Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walden Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amber CrossingTownhome3BR,2.5BA$1.53
LaPlaza Apartments and R.O.C. ApartmentsMelrose2BR,1.5BA$1.28
North Royal Oak ApartmentsTwo Bedroom-One bathroom2BR,1BA$1.50
227 E 12 Mile Rd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Elmsleigh ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
330 Oakland Avenue1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.86
Royal Oak Town Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Rochester House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Amber's Red Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.90
Marlen1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Walden Park, Royal Oak, MI

Ranked #4

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Michigan including Walden Park, Royal Oak, and the greater Detroit area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Walden Park Neighborhood in Royal Oak, MI

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walden Park Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Walden Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Walden Park Apartment is $850 at Marlen.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Walden Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Walden Park is starting from $1,075 at Elmsleigh Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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