Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Melvindale Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $1,700 (1 Rental)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melvindale, MI

As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Melvindale area is the $0.79 price per square foot 19180 Allen Rd Model at 19180 Allen Rd, Unit 1 in the in the West Dearborn neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Downtown Melvindale apartment is the Upgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Melvindale Square starting at $895 with a $0.99 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.
19180 Allen Rd, Unit 119180 Allen Rd2BR,1BA$0.79
Melvindale SquareUpgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.99
90 Catherine St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.18
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99
Outer Drive Manor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.48
Gale GardensGardenia1BR,1BA$1.43
Dearborn ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.55
The PARKJamesStudio ,1BA$1.60
Kiwanian Senior CommunityOne Bedroom - A11BR,1BA$1.83
The Oakwood Manor ApartmentsOakwood Manor - StudioStudio ,1BA$2.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Melvindale

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Melvindale?

There are currently 27 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melvindale, MI with pricing that ranges from $456 to $1,550. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Melvindale ranging from $1,700 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Melvindale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Melvindale ranges from $1,700 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,850.

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