Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Melvindale Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $600 (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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Melvindale Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Melvindale Square

17250 Raupp StMelvindale, MI 48122
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Gale Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gale Gardens

30 Gale BlvdMelvindale, MI 48122

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Mel Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mel Park Apartments

24199 Outer DrMelvindale, MI 48122
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Hampton Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Square

4475-4485 Willow Cove BlvdAllen Park, MI 48101
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Downtown Melvindale, Melvindale, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Melvindale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Melvindale area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Gale Gardens priced from $896. Oakwood Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Melvindale apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gale GardensGardenia1BR,1BA$896
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
The PARKVentnor1BR,1BA$924
Montie Park Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$950
Outer Drive Manor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melvindale, MI

As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Melvindale area is the $1.31 price per square foot Townhome Model at Fairlane East in the in the Fairlane neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Downtown Melvindale apartment is the Amhurst 1st Floor Premium Model at Lake Village of Fairlane starting at $1,414 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the East Dearborn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Melvindale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairlane EastTownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.31
Lake Village of FairlaneAmhurst 1st Floor Premium1BR,1BA$1.61
The PARKVentnor1BR,1BA$1.16
1506 Chandler Ave, Unit Chandler1506 Chandler Ave2BR,1BA$1.09
17650 Palmer St, Unit One story building17650 Palmer St1BR,1BA$1.36
Montie Park Apartments1 Bed with Balcony1BR,1BA$1.50
Outer Drive Manor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.54
Gale GardensGardenia1BR,1BA$1.45
16138 Beatrice Ave, Unit 716138 Beatrice Ave1BR,1BA$1.33
Oakwood FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50

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Downtown Melvindale, Melvindale, MI

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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 $896 at Gale Gardens.

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 $1,043 at Gale Gardens.

What is the most affordable Downtown Melvindale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Melvindale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springwells Park and starts from $1,680.

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