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Charming Downtown Royal Oak Home -Walk Everywhere!
Welcome to downtown Royal Oak! This is truly the BEST location in town! Located in the central business district, you're a moment's walk to all Royal Oak has to offer! Built in 1907, this adorable home features historic charm with updates throughout. Stroll to the lively restaurant and bar scene downtown, or cozy up and make use of the kitchen. Spacious dining room, living room with smart TV, large bedrooms with queen beds and cozy bedding, and dedicated office space. Stay with us & enjoy!!

Rock House Detroit w 2 Kings Office Designer HGTV
A “magical getaway”, eye candy”, “a respite”, "the best Airbnb ever". Best porch in Ferndale. Ideal location in gorgeous historic Northwest Ferndale with unique homes and tree-lined sidewalks. Great art and rock n roll/eclectic decor. A few blocks to shop, pick up food, dine at one of our many foodie destinations (1/2 mile/8 min walk). Pilot episode HGTV’s “What You Get For The Money”, SEEN Magazine’s “5 Cool Detroit Airbnb’s”, interior design cover story “Detroit News Homestyle” magazine 3x!

Sanctuary Studio — Pets Welcome!
Welcome to Sanctuary Studio Unit #2 of a duplex! Featuring a private entrance with no contact check-in. Situated in a prime location in Ferndale, adjacent to Harding Park and minutes from Royal Oak & Downtown Detroit. DOG FRIENDLY! 1 mile from the Detroit Zoo 2 miles to the Royal Oak Music Theatre, Rust Belt Market 11 miles to Midtown, LCA, Comerica Park, & Fox Theatre A great location with easy access to I-696 & I-75. Look for Park Side Studio (front unit #1) if this isn't available.

Detroit Canal Retreat
Secluded hideaway in the “Venice of Detroit”! Perched right on the historic Detroit canal system, this urban tiny house is a cozy retreat for couples or solo adventurers. Whether you’re here to kayak, cast a line, or just kick back with a book and a breeze, you’ll find plenty to love. Located in one of Detroit’s most unique—and real—neighborhoods. This is a revitalization zone with character: some blight, sure, but also a strong sense of community, and a refreshingly diverse, welcoming vibe.

Designer Gem | Hot Tub | Quiet Neighborhood
Step into the spacious 2BR 1Bath designer home nestled just a stone's throw away from the Beaumont Hospital, vibrant downtown area, and many more attractions and landmarks. Explore Berkley and Detroit or lounge the day out in the backyard with the high-end hot tub. The stylish design and rich amenity list will leave you in awe. ✔ 2 Comfortable BRs ✔ Open Design Living ✔ Full Kitchen ✔ Backyard (Hot Tub, Dining, Lawn) ✔ Smart TVs ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Workspace ✔ Free Parking See more below

Downtown Royal Oak Gem. Walk everywhere!
Enjoy your visit to Royal Oak in our updated house set up with comfort in mind *Lower unit of house duplex* Fenced in backyard equipped with comfortable lounge furniture and yard games Enjoy a short 5 min walk to heart of downtown Royal Oak where you can enjoy a nice dinner, hang out w/ friends on a patio or spend the afternoon shopping at the local boutiques One block to Royal Oak music theater, short drive to the Detroit Zoo, downtown Detroit, and freeways. Long and short stays welcome

*the Michigander* Entire Queen BR suite!@MicroLux
MicroLux micro hotel. Center of it all. Walk to downtown restaurants nightlife all around Walk to a park or 2 or the Detroit zoo! Included with your stay ✅️Self check in ✅️free parking ✅️private porch entrance ✅️full high end kitchen ✅️tall ceiling living room ✅️Fireplace ✅️separate bedroom with new queen memory foam firm mattress ✅️free in suite laundry ✅️full granite and tile bathroom. ✅️Access to shared patio hot tub! ✅️Linens, soaps ✅️coffee, tea, breakfast ✅️Netflix

Lagom Living - 5min walk from energetic DT RO
*All bookings after 9/15/25 : ENJOY A NEWLY REMODLED BATHROOM!* Enjoy your visit to Royal Oak in our open and comfortable one bedroom apartment; just a 8 minute walk from downtown Royal Oak full of a variety of restaurants, bars, entertainment, coffee shops and more! Short or long stays welcome! Quiet walkable neighborhood close to many parks. Close to Royal Oak Music Theater, Royal Oak Beaumont, The Detroit Zoo, Downtown Detroit and freeways.

Cozy 1 BD Apt | 5 min to Downtown RO
A cozy one bedroom one bathroom unit, less than a mile from downtown Royal Oak. Centrally located right off of Woodward near Birmingham, Royal Oak, the Detroit Zoo and much more- all less than a 10 minute drive. This apartment is stocked with all essentials to make anyone's stay comfortable. Scores “highly walkable” with most errands able to be accomplished on foot. Very safe neighborhood. One parking space in lot + street parking available

Cozy 3 BR Haven w Open Kitchen & Sunny Office
Sit back & relax in this cozy, stylish space in close proximity to downtown - Royal Oak, Birmingham, Clawson, and Troy office area. Situated in a safe and green neighborhood, you are within 10 mins of some of the great restaurants, bars, breweries, and fun activities in the metro Detroit area. Great for people looking for a fully furnished short-term stay with modern character & clean design.

Pretty Art and Cinema Reclining Couches
Ferndale retreat! This home has a living room for five (laying), a pro office, art-filled walls, premium sound, wet bar, and a fully equipped kitchen. Walk or bike to downtown, a brewery, and jazz club. Includes 6 kettlebells, 350 G Wi-Fi, 2 Smart TVs, 2 bikes, a king bed in the basement bedroom, and laundry. Espresso For show only. Baby gate for basement. May need to move wet bar for kids.

2 min walk to downtown Royal Oak, entire 3 BR home
You'll love our beautiful home for its location! It's less than two blocks from the bars, shops, and restaurants of downtown Royal Oak. After a night out, you'll be home relaxing in front of the 65" TV in no time. The kitchen is extensively stocked, so cooking and entertaining will be a breeze! Two desks are located in 2 of the bedrooms for working remotely while you travel.
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Destinations to explore
- Little Caesars Arena
- Ford Field
- Point Pelee National Park
- Michigan Stadium
- Comerica Park
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort
- University of Michigan Museum of Art
- University of Michigan Historical Marker
- Motown Museum
- University of Windsor
- The Heidelberg Project
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown
- Lake St. Clair Metropark
- Kensington Metropark
- Pine Knob Music Theatre
- Fox Theatre
- The Ark
- Renaissance Center
- Huntington Place
- Dequindre Cut
- Detroit Historical Museum
- Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
- University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum
- Wayne State University





