
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roycroft Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $700 (23 Rentals)
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17250 Raupp Rd

Oakwood Apartments

17537 Clarann St

17790 Palmer ST

Melvindale Square
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The PARK

Montie Park Apartments

1006 Montie Rd

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1821 Hanover St

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Corewell Senior Community

Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC)

Hampton Square

McLain Apartments

1537 Chandler Ave

1821 Hanover St
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Roycroft, Melvindale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roycroft?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roycroft Studio Apartments | $908 | $908 | $908 |
| Roycroft 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $795 | $1,474 |
| Roycroft 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $900 | $1,829 |
| Roycroft 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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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. Park Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Roycroft apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC) | Balfour - One Bedroom Private Entry! | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 1-B Tower | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Montie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roycroft, MI
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roycroft area is the $1.44 price per square foot Townhome Model at Fairlane East in the in the Fairlane neighborhood starting from $1,706. The second greatest value Roycroft apartment is the Charles Model at The PARK starting at $1,027 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Roycroft 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlane East | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| The PARK | Charles | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Gale Gardens | Magnolia | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 1-B Tower | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Montie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Balfour Apartments (Renewed Investments I LLC) | Balfour - One Bedroom Private Entry! | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Corewell Senior Community | Corewell Senior Community | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRoycroft, Melvindale, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Roycroft Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roycroft is starting from $1,025 at Outer Drive Manor Apartments.
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