
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melwood Park Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $700 (16 Rentals)
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Oakwood Apartments

Outer Drive Manor Apartments

17790 Palmer ST

Melvindale Square
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Gale Gardens

Park Plaza Apartments

Pablo Davis Senior Living Center

471 Polk Ave, Unit apt 2
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1006 Montie Rd

The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI

3748 15th St

3785 12th St, Unit Uint 2S

Hampton Square
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Melwood Park, Melvindale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melwood Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melwood Park Studio Apartments | $1,125 | $1,125 | $1,125 |
| Melwood Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $795 | $1,510 |
| Melwood Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $900 | $1,930 |
| Melwood Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,955 | $2,235 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Melwood Park Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI.
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Cheapest Available Melwood Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melwood Park area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Plaza Apartments priced from $820. Pablo Davis Senior Living Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Melwood Park apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza Apartments | 1-B Tower | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Pablo Davis Senior Living Center | One Bedroom w/out vouchers | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Corewell Senior Community | Corewell Senior Community | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melwood Park, MI
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melwood Park area is the $1.42 price per square foot 2 Bed | 1 Bath Model at The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI in the in the Allen Park neighborhood starting from $1,219. The second greatest value Melwood Park apartment is the 1-B Tower Model at Park Plaza Apartments starting at $820 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Roycroft neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melwood Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 1-B Tower | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Pablo Davis Senior Living Center | One Bedroom w/out vouchers | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Corewell Senior Community | Corewell Senior Community | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Springwells Park | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMelwood Park, Melvindale, MI
Ranked #3
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Melwood Park, Melvindale, MI
Allendale Elementary School
Melvindale High School
Julian O. Strong Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melwood Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melwood Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melwood Park Apartment is $820 at Park Plaza Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melwood Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melwood Park is starting from $999 at Oakwood Apartments.
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