
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI (54 Rentals)


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Melvindale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melvindale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melvindale Studio Apartments | $780 | $456 | $960 |
Melvindale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $485 | $1,610 |
Melvindale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $741 | $2,065 |
Melvindale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,406 | $2,555 |
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Largest Available Melvindale 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melvindale, MI is found at Melvindale Square in the East Dearborn neighborhood and is 900 square feet priced from $845. Fairlane East in the Fairlane neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 875 square feet and currently listed start at $1,440. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melvindale:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Melvindale Square | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 900 Sq Ft | $845 |
Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 875 Sq Ft | $1,440 |
The PARK | Ventnor | 800 Sq Ft | $898 |
Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 630 Sq Ft | $591 |
Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 625 Sq Ft | $925 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 625 Sq Ft | $886 |
Corewell Senior Community | One Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Melvindale 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 23, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melvindale, MI is the One Bedroom Apartment Model starting from $621 at Dearborn Town Center Senior in the East Dearborn neighborhood. The second most affordable Melvindale 1 Bedroom is the Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Melvindale Square starting at $845 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melvindale is currently $1,041. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melvindale:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | $621 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $845 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | $886 |
The PARK | Ventnor | $898 |
Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $925 |
Corewell Senior Community | One Bedroom | $995 |
Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,440 |
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Getting Around Melvindale, MI
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melvindale Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melvindale Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melvindale is $1,041.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melvindale Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melvindale is a 900 square feet unit starting from $845 at Melvindale Square.
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