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31600 W 9 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336, USA
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Management

MTH Management, LLC

Leasing office

(517) 668-1800

Property Overview

River Valley Apartments earns strong marks for its overall value, amenities, and location, with a high expert rating and especially strong scores for amenities and convenience. It also stands out for its excellent value for money, nearby top-rated high school, and a large photo gallery that helps renters get a clear sense of the property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, River Valley Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Valley Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Floor plans

River Valley Apartments | One Bed | One Bath | Second Month's Rent FREE!1 bed1 bath$800 /mo1 unit available
River Valley Apartments | Two Bed | One Bath | Second Month’s Rent FREE!2 bed1 bath$900 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for River Valley Apartments

Apartment Amenities

BacksplashCeiling Fan
Lots of Cabinet SpacePlank Flooring
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherOven
RangeRefrigerator

Services

Water, Sewer & Trash
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About River Valley Apartments

HomeApartments in Farmington Hills River Valley Apartments

River Valley Apartments cost $800–$900 per month. Located at 31600 W 9 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336, USA, River Valley Apartments has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Farmington Hills, renting an apartment at River Valley Apartments is 43% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Farmington Hills include but are not limited to: 24360 Independence Dr, 25500 Greenfield Rd, 28301 Franklin Rd, 1501 Marie Street


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, River Valley Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Valley Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated River Valley Apartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, River Valley Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
River Valley Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water, sewer & trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, River Valley Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
River Valley Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While River Valley Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

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My experience thus far has been absolutely superb. Brie has answered all of my questions, gave a fantastic tour, and kept in contact to follow up on my inquiry. I will definitely recommend applying here.

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Jeff

May 30, 2024

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Nov 15, 2024

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Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How River Valley Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.6 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Farmington Hills

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 33% lower than 1-bedrooms in Farmington Hills.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at River Valley Apartments to be 43% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Farmington Hills.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Farmington Hills
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Farmington Hills
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,149
December 2024$1,113
January 2025$1,137
February 2025$1,169
March 2025$1,231
April 2025$1,268
May 2025$1,198
June 2025$1,179
July 2025$1,051
August 2025$1,079
September 2025$1,062
October 2025$1,045
November 2025$1,060
December 2025$1,065
January 2026$1,074
February 2026$1,091
March 2026$1,043
April 2026$1,060
May 2026$1,148
June 2026$1,129
July 2026$1,136
August 2026$1,121
September 2026$1,146
October 2026$1,191

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 31600 W 9 Mile Rd?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$32,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near River Valley Apartments

Longacre Elementary School

34850 arundel dr

farmington, MI, 48335

K-5Public
A-

Hawthorn Center

18471 haggerty rd

northville, MI, 48168

K-12Public

Kennedy Learning Center

16229 mount vernon st

southfield, MI, 48075

PK, K-12Public

Pccs Elementary Virtual Academy

454 s harvey st

plymouth, MI, 48170

1-5Public

Birmingham Public Schools Early Childhood Center

2121 midvale st

birmingham, MI, 48009

PKPublic
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Getting around Farmington Hills near 31600 W 9 Mile Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 31600 W 9 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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