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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Ample closet space
  • Oversized energy-efficient windows
  • New energy-efficient windows
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Gorgeous natural wood flooring

Location

2608 Galpin Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073, USA
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Management

Sunrise Communities

Leasing office

(947) 217-6709

Property Overview

Galpin Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Expert Rating, supported by excellent marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers spacious bedrooms, ample closet space, hardwood flooring, and energy-efficient windows, while nearby grocery options, a top-rated elementary school, and pet-related services add everyday convenience.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Galpin Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Galpin Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

B22 bed1 bath760 sqft$1,240 /mo1 unit availableNestled on the 1st floor of a quiet, well-maintained building, this 2-bedroom apartment features gorgeous natural wood flooring throughout and oversized, energy-efficient windows that flood the space with natural light. With ample closet space and spacious bedrooms, this apartment blends comfort, character, and functionality. Make the move to Royal Oak and enjoy easy access to downtown’s best shopping, dining, and entertainment – this is the lifestyle you’ve been looking for. Apply today, this one won't last!

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Amenities for Galpin Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
In-Building LaundryOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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Policies and fees

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Galpin Apartments

HomeApartments in Royal Oak Galpin Apartments

Welcome to Galpin Apartments, nestled in a prime residential neighborhood of Royal Oak, one of Metro Detroit’s most sought-after suburbs. Our community offers a perfect blend of neighborhood charm and urban accessibility, making it an ideal place to call home. Our thoughtfully updated apartment homes feature beautiful hardwood floors, new energy-efficient windows, and abundant natural light—creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you're enjoying a quiet night in or heading out on the town, Galpin Apartments puts you right where you want to be. Just minutes from Downtown Royal Oak, residents have easy access to top entertainment venues like the Royal Oak Music Theatre, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, and Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre. You'll love being part of the excitement during local events such as the Soaring Eagle Arts, Beats & Eats Festival and the world-famous Woodward Dream Cruise. And don’t forget the Detroit Zoo, one of the area’s most popular attractions, located right here in Royal Oak. With quick access to major highways and just a short drive to Downtown Detroit, Galpin Apartments offers the best of both worlds—a peaceful community feel with the energy of the city close by. Plus, excellent nearby schools and everyday conveniences make this a standout choice for comfortable, connected living. Come see why Galpin Apartments is where you belong—schedule a tour today!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Galpin Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Galpin Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Galpin Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Galpin Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Galpin Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Galpin 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.
Galpin 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 Galpin 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.

Galpin Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Galpin Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Royal Oak

2-bedroom apartments at Galpin Apartments cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Royal Oak.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Royal Oak
A table of studio rental data trends in Royal Oak
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,225
September 2024$1,237
October 2024$1,285
November 2024$1,295
December 2024$1,295
January 2025$1,283
February 2025$1,261
March 2025$1,249
April 2025$1,287
May 2025$1,298
June 2025$1,298
July 2025$1,173
August 2025$1,310
September 2025$1,436
October 2025$1,310
November 2025$1,235
December 2025$1,295
January 2026$1,168
February 2026$1,230
March 2026$1,291
April 2026$1,303
May 2026$1,285
June 2026$1,297
July 2026$1,325
August 2026$1,325

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,240.
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Schools near Galpin Apartments

Addams Elementary School

2222 w webster rd

royal oak, MI, 48073

PK, K-5Public
B+

Kennedy Learning Center

16229 mount vernon st

southfield, MI, 48075

PK, K-12Public

Birmingham Public Schools Early Childhood Center

2121 midvale st

birmingham, MI, 48009

PKPublic

Schofield Elementary School

21555 warner ave

warren, MI, 48091

KPublic
B+

The School at Marygrove

8425 w mcnichols rd

detroit, MI, 48221

K-12Public
C-
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Getting around Royal Oak near 2608 Galpin Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 2608 Galpin Ave, Royal Oak

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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