
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI from $500 (25 Rentals)
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17790 Palmer ST

Melvindale Square

17250 Raupp Rd

Gale Gardens

City Hall Artist Lofts
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Dearborn Town Center Senior

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16138 Beatrice Ave

16138 Beatrice Ave, Unit 7

The PARK
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90 Catherine St

19 E James St

70 E Rockwood Ave

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Guinan Building

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4476 Monroe St

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292 Mill St

Hampton Square

McLain Apartments

Champaign Garden Apartments
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4524 2nd St
Melvindale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melvindale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Melvindale Studio Apartments | $869 | $750 | $1,012 |
| Cheap Melvindale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $513 | $1,488 |
| Cheap Melvindale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $741 | $1,926 |
| Cheap Melvindale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,485 | $2,293 |
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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. The PARK in the Roycroft neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $808. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melvindale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $621 |
| The PARK | James | Studio,1BA | $808 |
| Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Montie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melvindale area is the $1.31 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Fairlane East in the in the Fairlane neighborhood starting from $2,053. The second greatest value Melvindale apartment is the Amhurst 1st Floor Premium Model at Lake Village of Fairlane starting at $1,299 with a $1.48 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlane East | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Lake Village of Fairlane | Amhurst 1st Floor Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The PARK | Ventnor | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Montie Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Gale Gardens | Dahlia | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| City Hall Artist Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.39 |
| Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 16138 Beatrice Ave, Unit 7 | 16138 Beatrice Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Melvindale, MI
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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 $1,043 at Gale Gardens.
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 $1,805.
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