
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI from $400 (13 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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Cheap Melvindale Studio Apartments | $811 | $482 | $1,012 |
Cheap Melvindale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,027 | $513 | $1,504 |
Cheap Melvindale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $741 | $2,150 |
Cheap Melvindale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $1,300 | $2,265 |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $621 |
Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
90 Catherine St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Gale Gardens | Azalea | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lake Village of Fairlane | Edison 1st Floor Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
4656 8th St, Unit 4656 8th St Apt 1 | 4656 8th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
The PARK | Ventnor | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
90 Catherine St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Montie Park Apartments | 1 Bed with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Dearborn Town Center Senior | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,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
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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 $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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