Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI from $400 (13 Rentals)

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17790 Palmer ST
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

17790 Palmer ST

17790 Palmer StMelvindale, MI 48122

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32 Woodward Ave

EcorseMI48229
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Guinan Building
Studio Apartments

Guinan Building

13350 Leonard StDearborn, MI 48126
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Leonard Apartments
Studio Apartments

Leonard Apartments

4096 Calhoun StDearborn, MI 48126
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292 Mill St
1 Bedroom Apartments

292 Mill St

292 Mill StEcorse, MI 48229
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Melvindale, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melvindale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melvindale, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Dearborn Town Center Senior in the East Dearborn neighborhood priced from $621. Oakwood Flats in the West Dearborn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melvindale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$825
Melvindale SquareUpgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Gale GardensAzalea1BR,1BA$866

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melvindale area is the $1.36 price per square foot Edison 1st Floor Premium Model at Lake Village of Fairlane in the in the East Dearborn neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Melvindale apartment is the Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Melvindale Square starting at $845 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the East Dearborn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melvindale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lake Village of FairlaneEdison 1st Floor Premium2BR,2BA$1.36
Melvindale SquareUpgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.94
4656 8th St, Unit 4656 8th St Apt 14656 8th St3BR,1BA$1.53
The PARKVentnor1BR,1BA$1.18
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.18
Montie Park Apartments1 Bed with Balcony1BR,1BA$1.50
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99
Outer Drive Manor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.54
Gale GardensGardenia1BR,1BA$1.44
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melvindale Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melvindale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melvindale Apartment is $621 at Dearborn Town Center Senior.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melvindale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melvindale is starting from $800 at Oakwood Flats.

What is the most affordable Melvindale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Melvindale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springwells Park and starts from $2,085.

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