Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Melvindale Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Downtown Melvindale, Melvindale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Melvindale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Melvindale Studio Apartments | $952 | $788 | $1,400 |
Downtown Melvindale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $675 | $2,124 |
Downtown Melvindale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $805 | $2,542 |
Downtown Melvindale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $2,155 | $2,530 |
Downtown Melvindale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $815 | $790 | $840 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Melvindale Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Melvindale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Melvindale area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at The PARK priced from $788. Melvindale Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Downtown Melvindale apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The PARK | James | Studio,1BA | $788 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Corewell Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melvindale, MI
As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Melvindale area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3804 18th St Model at 3804 18th St, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Melvindale neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Downtown Melvindale apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Fairlane East starting at $1,709 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Fairlane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Melvindale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3804 18th St, Unit 2 | 3804 18th St | 5BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Fairlane East | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Lake Village of Fairlane | Amhurst 1st Floor Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Springwells Park | 1 BED 1 BATH FOXBORO | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
The PARK | James | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
Corewell Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Melvindale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Melvindale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Melvindale Apartment is $845 at Melvindale Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Melvindale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Melvindale is starting from $945 at Melvindale Square.
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