Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Transit Center Neighborhood of Troy, MI from $300 (57 Rentals)

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Clawson Manor Co-op
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Clawson Manor Co-op

255 W 14 Mile RdClawson, MI 48017
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Elmwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elmwood Apartments

328-348 Elmwood DrClawson, MI 48017
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540 W 14 Mile Rd
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540 W 14 Mile Rd

540 W 14 Mile RdClawson, MI 48017
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3826 Devon Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3826 Devon Rd

3826 Devon RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073

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The Transit Center, Troy, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Transit Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Transit Center area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Amber's Timber Lodges priced from $875. Woodland Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable The Transit Center apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber's Timber LodgesStudioStudio,1BA$875
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$880
Amber Creek ApartmentsStudio (Tahoe/Ventura)Studio,1BA$895
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$915
amber's Broadacre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$945
Altitude Apartments EastAltitude Apartments - One Bedroom (Renovated) *...1BR,1BA$950
Amber ApartmentsMediterranean 1- Standard1BR,1BA$959
The Alcove TroyStudio1BR,1BA$995
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090
Amber Landing Townhouses and LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Transit Center, MI

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Transit Center 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 The Transit Center 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 The Transit Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Amber's Starr TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.51
ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Sunnymede Apartments - Troy, MISolstice1BR,1BA$1.53
The Gables of TroyThe Quinn 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.14
Arlington Townhomes & ApartmentsPremium 1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.51
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Amber ApartmentsMediterranean 1- Standard1BR,1BA$1.37
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.36

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The Transit Center, Troy, MI

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Northern Detroit. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the The Transit Center Neighborhood in Troy, MI

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Transit Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Transit Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Transit Center is at Amber's Timber Lodges listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Transit Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Transit Center Apartment is $880 at Woodland Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Transit Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Transit Center is starting from $1,055 at Woodland Gardens.

What is the most affordable The Transit Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap The Transit Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amber Creek Apartments and starts from $1,575.

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