526 E Drayton St, Ferndale, MI 48220
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 909 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 909 sqft

526 E Drayton St, Ferndale, MI 48220

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
909 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to this charming and completely updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom lower flat, ideally located just steps from downtown Ferndale. Situated on a quiet street, this spacious unit offers a perfect blend of modern style and everyday comfort.

Enjoy a fully remodeled kitchen with crisp white shaker cabinets, sleek granite countertops, and updated appliances. The bathroom features fresh ceramic subway tile and a stylish gray penny tile accent tub surround. Gorgeous hardwood floors flow throughout the unit, adding warmth and character.

Additional perks include plenty of basement storage and a pet-friendly policy small dogs and cats are welcome!

Live within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and nightlife while enjoying the peace of a residential neighborhood. This one won't last schedule your showing today!

Common Basement with individual storage. Separate furnace, water heater, washing and dryer. Off street parking. Tenants pay electric and gas on separate meters. Water is split in half with other unit. Small Dogs & Cats are allowed.
526 E Drayton St, Ferndale, MI 48220 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 909 sqft apartment. It last sold for $239,000 on Oct 6, 2021 (15,833% above the $1,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 8, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,269/month.

Home Details for 526 E Drayton St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 526 E Drayton St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
487 W Troy St, Ferndale, MI
0.66
Apartment
$346,500
01/06/26
2
1
1,000 sqft
421 W Troy Ave, Ferndale, MI
0.62
Apartment
$322,500
10/08/25
1
1
1,334 sqft
2417 Barrett Ave, Royal Oak, MI
1.24
Apartment
$200,000
06/11/26
2
1
894 sqft
1250 Diamond Ct #E, Royal Oak, MI
0.90
Apartment
$335,000
08/26/26
2
2
1,450 sqft
1435 Chesapeake, Royal Oak, MI
0.76
Apartment
$2,200
11/18/25
2
2
975 sqft
243 W Webster St, Ferndale, MI
1.26
Apartment
$240,000
06/17/26
2
1
831 sqft
100 N Center St, Royal Oak, MI
1.74
Apartment
$437,500
08/04/26
2
2
2,878 sqft
713 N Stephenson Hwy #103, Royal Oak, MI
2.15
Apartment
$107,000
09/09/25
1
1
764 sqft
21811 Coolidge Hwy, Oak Park, MI
2.65
Apartment
$290,000
09/23/25
2
1
987 sqft
735 N Stephenson Hwy #209, Royal Oak, MI
2.15
Apartment
$107,000
09/09/25
1
1
550 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Ferndale

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,269/mo
Average rent
$1.58K
$5MoM
Available listings
95
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What Locals Say about Ferndale

At least 277 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Corey Smith
    "Easy commute because of access to 696 and 75. Woodward not far either, major arteries and roads are nearby."
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  • Neeli
    "Friendly family community beautiful fun accepting. All houses and lawns are well maintained and neighbors know neighbors. "
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  • Rebecca Richardson
    "There is a fest nearby once a year and an art fair hosted there as well! School nearby with a soccer league for kids in the park!"
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  • Stacey Tobar
    "The unique quality of homes and diverse people. Very eclectic and environmentally conscious. Enjoy the well maintained streets, walks and bike paths/routes"
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  • Stacey Tobar
    "There is a dedicated dog park for small and large dogs. People are out and about with their pets. There is also a fantastic network of bike lanes"
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  • Carrieroeder
    "Great dog parks in the area and plenty of places to walk. Festivals downtown are also pet friendly. "
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  • JL
    "Good restaurants and boutique shops, 5 mins from royal oak, very close to major highways, plenty of green space "
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  • Marymcelmury
    "Ferndale is a great little city and always has something going on. great neighbors and wonderful High School."
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  • Dd S.
    "Friendly, open-minded, walkable and dog friendly. Great parks, community center, amazing food and bike lanes."
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  • Curtis S.
    "Most owners a very conscientious of other dogs and their owners - almost to a distancing fault then there’s some that trust their dogs so much they disregard how other dogs might behave."
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  • Sirinitysdaughtr
    "We have multiple festivals each year including but not limited to: Pig and Whiskey, DIY Festival, Dream Cruise and more. There are plenty of events that bring people to the area and the community is extremely welcoming and kind. "
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  • Patrick V.
    "Good commute. Takes no longer than 15-20 to get to any major city nearby. While you’re in a small community, it feels like a family environment too. "
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  • Octavia D.
    "This is a wonderful place for families: safe, diverse, friendly neighborhood with an amazing community. "
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  • Zack D.
    "Lots of playgrounds and places to walk to. I wish downtown was more child friendly but still enjoy going out with our kids. Lovely place to live! "
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  • Brieann S.
    "Quiet neighborhood, nice and homie. There are great people who live here but there are also a lot of people who smoke marijuana and drink a lot so not a place for kids at all"
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  • Claudius.kremer
    "I previously came here and I’m impressed if this lifestyle, all the jung people and their cool kind of doing sports, going for a walk and living their life ! "
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  • Jonathan.w.evans3
    "Great! Very easy and clean. It does get pretty busy during rush hour. Other than that it’s fine. A very small, but big city. Love living here. "
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  • Sarah
    "It’s a fun place to live. It’s a welcoming community. There are a lot of events over the summer. A lot of great local restaurants and businesses."
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  • Klbrown64
    "We have an annual block party, people walk their dogs daily, people walk around the block daily, we help each other remove snow when necessary"
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  • Aren W.
    "I’ve lived here for the past decade. I love this town! Highly suggest buying or renting if you can. "
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  • Libby L.
    "Tons of dogs everywhere! People are good about picking up after their pups and respecting the space of other dog-walkers when out and about. "
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  • Dcrosslin
    "DIY craft festival, Pig & Whiskey festival, Halloween events, Pride festival, Dreamcruise, winter ice sculptures"
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  • Eric J.
    "festivals, everything is within walking distance, trendy restruants, great craft breweries, quirky shops, vibrant downtown, inclusive and accepting culture"
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  • Jessica S.
    "lots of parks and dog-friendly places, the community is very dog-friendly, and generally neighbors are good stewards "
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  • Aren W.
    "I love it here! Been living here for 9 years. Everything you could ever need is close and ton of awesome neighbors and friends all around! "
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  • Linesvilleapartments
    "Easy access to 75 and 696. Very convenient to go to work almost anywhere in metro Detroit. Side streets are quiet given proximity to highways "
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  • Tevonne M.
    "Safe Community, Very Walkable Get to know your neighbors! Sidewalks well maintained lots of parks to keep the kids off the streets."
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  • Cass.varner
    "Safe environment, pet friendly, lots of recreational options. Lovely environment for all ages. Great for family"
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  • Ferndale1
    "Generally open minded community. Younger couples that are friendly but give others space to live. Seeing growth as Ferndale business expand north"
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  • Callie
    "The people are very friendly and come from many different backgrounds. It’s a very diverse and lively community with great culture."
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  • Chris K.
    "nice diverse place with many social activities. safe feeling. friendly atmosphere. decent neighbors. great nightlife with walkable streets. "
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  • Laura
    "It’s a 10 minute to downtown Detroit, a bike ride to Royal Oak, commuting northbound in the morning is against traffic, same coming home and there’s a ton of parks to walk to"
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  • Hal_justhal
    "Access to maintained sidewalks is good. Some neighbors use chemical insecticides on their yards which would be dangerous to dogs. "
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  • Cass.varner
    "Very friendly, safe, and lots of other pet parents. Lots of families and fun things to do, even a dog park. "
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  • Curtis S.
    "Ferndale is a diverse and ever-growing community with all the amenities one could need in a small city with a tiny town feel. It’s accessible, reasonable, and Great place to live whether you’re on your own or raised in a family. "
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  • Martell G.
    "everything is beautiful about ferndale ,it would bemuch better if i wasnt paying 840.00a month to stay in a room i NEED A HOUSE OR APARTMENT ASAP!÷"
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  • Nancywatsonbarr
    "Unpretentious with lots of character. Walkable to library, yoga, eateries and shopping. Easy commute to Detroit and otter "
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  • Luigj P.
    "I'm a big fan of the Ferndale area. The people are very welcoming and open minded. Cool restaurants and bars to check out. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 8, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,500
Aug 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,500
Oct 6, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$239,000
Jul 30, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$265,000
Jun 28, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$274,900

Frequently asked questions about 526 E Drayton St

  • What is the price history for 526 E Drayton St?
    526 E Drayton St in Ferndale, MI last sold for $239,000 in October 2021.
  • Is Ferndale a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ferndale is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ferndale?
    The median sale price in Ferndale is $261K. That is up $6.35K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Ferndale?
    Residents describe Ferndale, MI as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Ferndale, MI.
  • Does 526 E Drayton St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 526 E Drayton St in Ferndale, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 526 E Drayton St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 526 E Drayton St in Ferndale, MI has in-unit laundry.

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