Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood of Royal Oak, MI from $900 (12 Rentals)

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Downtown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Royal Oak Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Royal Oak area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue Eleven Apartments priced from $1,225. Center Street Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Downtown Royal Oak apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avenue Eleven ApartmentsFarm House One Bedroom (205)1BR,1BA$1,225
Center Street PlaceCenter Street Place - Studio (Newly Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,275
Metropolitan Lafayette Flats1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Contemporary1BR,1BA$1,485
The AldorThe Aldor - 1 Bedroom w/ Juliet Balcony1BR,1BA$1,495
Legacy on Oakland2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Royal Oak, MI

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Royal Oak area is the $2.75 price per square foot Fisher Model at The Griffin Royal Oak in the in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood starting from $3,906. The second greatest value Downtown Royal Oak apartment is the G Model at The Roy starting at $3,150 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Downtown Royal Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Royal Oak apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Griffin Royal OakFisher1BR,1.5BA$2.75
The RoyG2BR,2BA$2.96
The HarrisonA21BR,2BA$2.69
ICON on Main - Royal Oak, MI1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.31
The Park on 13 Apartments - Royal Oak, MIOne Bedroom, One Bathroom w/ Den1BR,1BA$1.96
Legacy on Oakland2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.88
Metropolitan Lafayette Flats1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Contemporary1BR,1BA$2.28
Elevate Luxury LivingThe DexterStudio ,1BA$3.05
Avenue Eleven ApartmentsFarm House One Bedroom (205)1BR,1BA$2.33
Center Street PlaceCenter Street Place - Studio (Newly Renovated)Studio ,1BA$2.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Royal Oak, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Royal Oak Neighborhood in Royal Oak, MI

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Royal Oak Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Royal Oak?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Royal Oak is at Center Street Place listed at $1,275.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartment is $1,225 at Avenue Eleven Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Royal Oak Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Royal Oak is starting from $1,595 at Legacy on Oakland.

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