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Oakwood Flats
4415 Oakwood BlvdMelvindale, MI 48122
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roycroft Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $600 (23 Rentals)
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Outer Drive Manor Apartments
23935 W Outer DrMelvindale, MI 48122
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17790 Palmer ST
17790 Palmer StMelvindale, MI 48122
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17250 Raupp StMelvindale, MI 48122
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Gale Gardens
30 Gale BlvdMelvindale, MI 48122
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Mel Park Apartments
24199 Outer DrMelvindale, MI 48122
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Park Plaza Apartments
1201 Fort StLincoln Park, MI 48146
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16138 Beatrice Ave, Unit 7, Unit 7
16138 Beatrice AveAllen Park, MI 48101
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The PARK
1369 Fort StLincoln Park, MI 48146
1838 Markese Ave
Lincoln ParkMI48146
1300 Electric Ave
Lincoln ParkMI48146
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Montie Park Apartments
800-820 Montie RdLincoln Park, MI 48146
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The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI
4500 Willow Cove BlvdAllen Park, MI 48101
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Corewell Senior Community
1270 Electric AveLincoln Park, MI 48146
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1552 Hanover St, Unit 1552 Hanover St., Unit 1552 Hanover St.
1552 Hanover StLincoln Park, MI 48146
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Lake Village of Fairlane
101 Lake Village BlvdDearborn, MI 48120
3575 S Ethel St
DetroitMI48217
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Fairlane East
16055 Knollwood DrDearborn, MI 48120
2064 Reo Ave
Lincoln ParkMI48146
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Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC)
2073-2127 Philomene BlvdLincoln Park, MI 48146
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Hampton Square
4475-4485 Willow Cove BlvdAllen Park, MI 48101
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McLain Apartments
1738 McLain AveLincoln Park, MI 48146
1825 O Connor Ave
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Roycroft, Melvindale, MI Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roycroft?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roycroft Studio Apartments | $880 | $880 | $880 |
| Roycroft 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,049 | $675 | $1,497 |
| Roycroft 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $805 | $1,824 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Roycroft Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI.
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Cheapest Available Roycroft Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roycroft area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC) priced from $750. Oakwood Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Roycroft apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC) | Balfour - One Bedroom Private Entry! | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $901 |
| Montie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Corewell Senior Community | Corewell Senior Community | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roycroft, MI
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roycroft area is the $1.48 price per square foot Amhurst 1st Floor Premium Model at Lake Village of Fairlane in the in the East Dearborn neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Roycroft apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Fairlane East starting at $1,463 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Fairlane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roycroft 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 | Amhurst 1st Floor Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Montie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC) | Balfour - One Bedroom Private Entry! | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Oakwood Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 16138 Beatrice Ave, Unit 7 | 16138 Beatrice Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Corewell Senior Community | Corewell Senior Community | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roycroft Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roycroft Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roycroft Apartment is $750 at Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC).
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roycroft is starting from $1,082 at Gale Gardens.
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