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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The Griffin pairs 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenity space with modern apartment features and resident conveniences in Royal Oak. The community’s amenity mix covers outdoor recreation, fitness, work, pets, parking, and everyday services.
 

Pool Deck, Sundeck, and Outdoor Gathering Space

The community includes a swimming pool with immersed seating, a resort-style sundeck, an enclosed courtyard and outdoor terrace, private grilling areas, a fire pit, and lawn games. These spaces extend the amenity experience outdoors around The Griffin.
 

Fitness, Wellness, and Work Spaces

Residents have access to a fitness center with free weights, a wellness studio, a business center, and an interactive media lounge. Bike storage and a repair area add another dedicated amenity for residents who use bicycles.
 

Pet Spa and Private Dog Park

The Griffin welcomes cats and dogs, with a maximum of two pets, a 50-pound weight limit, and breed restrictions. An on-site pet spa and private dog park provide dedicated spaces for pet care and outdoor time.
 

Modern Interiors and Everyday Conveniences

Apartment homes include quartz countertops, white shaker-style cabinetry, stainless steel Whirlpool appliances, full-size washers and dryers, wood grain flooring, and 10- to 12-foot ceilings. Package management, secured access, on-site management, maintenance services, and a secured-access parking deck with EV charging add practical conveniences outside the apartment.
 

Royal Oak connects with Detroit through Woodward Avenue and I-75, while I-696 provides additional regional access. The broader employment market includes automotive, healthcare, finance, education, government, energy, and professional services in Detroit and nearby cities.

  • General Motors (Detroit)
  • Rocket Companies (Detroit)
  • Ally Financial (Detroit)
  • DTE Energy (Detroit)
  • Henry Ford Health (Detroit)
  • Detroit Medical Center (Detroit)
  • Wayne State University (Detroit)
  • University of Detroit Mercy (Detroit)
  • Ilitch Companies (Detroit)
  • Ford Motor Company (Dearborn)
  • Stellantis North America (Auburn Hills)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (Detroit)
Commute time varies by employer, route, and traffic, so check the preferred route when planning travel from The Griffin.

The Griffin’s Royal Oak location puts entertainment, recreation, shopping, and cultural destinations around the community. Area highlights include:

  • Detroit Zoo
  • Royal Oak Music Theatre
  • Emagine Royal Oak
  • Go Comedy! Improv Theater
  • Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle
  • Royal Oak Farmers Market
  • Rackham Golf Course
  • Red Oaks Waterpark
  • The Somerset Collection
  • Woodward Corner Market
The Detroit Zoo is directly across Woodward Avenue from The Griffin.

Royal Oak combines an established downtown, the Woodward Avenue corridor, major regional roads, parks, and Metro Detroit destinations. The Griffin adds a Woodward Avenue address directly across from the Detroit Zoo.

Downtown Dining and Entertainment

Downtown Royal Oak brings restaurants, shops, Royal Oak Music Theatre, Emagine Royal Oak, comedy venues, and the Royal Oak Farmers Market into one central district. The Griffin’s location on Woodward Avenue keeps that downtown activity within the surrounding Royal Oak area.
 

Woodward Avenue and Regional Roads

The Griffin sits at Woodward Avenue and 10 Mile Road/I-696. Woodward Avenue, I-696, and I-75 connect Royal Oak with Ferndale, Detroit, and other Metro Detroit destinations.
 

Detroit Zoo and Local Recreation

The Detroit Zoo sits directly across Woodward Avenue from The Griffin. Rackham Golf Course and Red Oaks Waterpark add additional recreation destinations around Royal Oak.
 

Metro Detroit Employment Base

Royal Oak is part of a larger employment market that includes Detroit and nearby communities. The Griffin identifies Ally, Walbridge, DTE Energy, and Henry Ford Health among employers accessible from the area.
 

Royal Oak includes a walkable downtown, established residential neighborhoods, and the Woodward Avenue corridor. The Griffin sits on Woodward Avenue at 10 Mile Road/I-696, directly across from the Detroit Zoo.

Woodward Avenue Corridor

The Griffin is located on Woodward Avenue at 10 Mile Road/I-696, directly across from the Detroit Zoo. The corridor connects the property with Downtown Royal Oak, Ferndale, and other Metro Detroit destinations.
 

Downtown Royal Oak

Downtown Royal Oak is a central dining and entertainment district with Royal Oak Music Theatre, Emagine Royal Oak, and the Royal Oak Farmers Market. Restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, and public gathering spaces are concentrated within the downtown area.
 

Northwood

Northwood is an established residential neighborhood in Royal Oak. Its residential setting provides a contrast to the denser commercial and entertainment activity around Downtown Royal Oak.
 

Vinsetta Park

Vinsetta Park is an established Royal Oak residential area associated with the Woodward Avenue side of the city. Its location places it within the same broader Royal Oak market as The Griffin while maintaining a primarily residential character.
 

Residents can either submit maintenance requests through our online resident portal, or simply give us a call, and we will be more than happy to assist. We also offer Emergency Maintenance Service, and our team can assist with urgent service requests 24 hours a day.
 

You do not have to be present when work orders are being completed. We do require for you to give us 'Permission to Enter', if you're not going to be home.
 

Yes, we offer a convenient-access, covered parking structure for our residents. Standard parking fees are $75/Month. Premium, reserved parking is available for $150/Month.
 

Yes, we are a pet-friendly community. Residents and their furry companions can also enjoy our on-site Dog Park and Pet Spa.
 

We charge monthly pet rent of $30 for a cat, and $50 for a dog. Residents are required to pay a $250 non-refundable Pet Registration Fee (per Pet) at Move In. We have a 50 pound weight limit, and breed restrictions apply.
 

All of our residences feature a stainless steel, Whirlpool appliance package, which includes a refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and a full-size Washer & Dryer.
 

Our lease terms range from 12 to 18 Months. We do also offer shorter term leases through our Singh Suites/furnished housing division. For more information, please click here.
 

Our expansive fitness center features a variety of strength and cardio equipment and is available to residents 24 hours a day.
 

Appointments are recommended, so we can ensure our team is prepared to assist you. However, walk-ins are always welcome!
 

Once all necessary paperwork has been submitted, our typical application processing time is approximately 48-72 hours.
 

Residents are responsible for electricity, gas, and water. Each utility service is metered individually and not included in the rent. 
 

Xfinity and At&t Fiber are both available. 
 

Residents can provide their guests easy and secured access to the building through our Butterfly access control system. Designated guest parking is available on Tiffany Lane.
 

We are located in the Royal Oak School District.
 

We are conveniently located at the corner of Woodward Ave and 10 Mile Road/I-696, just across the street from the Detroit Zoo.

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