Cheap Homes for Rent in Roycroft Neighborhood of Melvindale, MI from $1,000 (7 Rentals)
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24783 Outer Dr W

1868 Hamilton Ave
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Roycroft, Melvindale, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Roycroft?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Roycroft 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,335 | $1,025 | $1,650 |
Roycroft 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,741 | $1,525 | $2,150 |
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There are currently 7 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 The PARK priced from $859. Gale Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $881. Here are the most affordable Roycroft apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The PARK | Ventnor | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $881 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roycroft, MI
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roycroft area is the $0.98 price per square foot Twin Arbor Model at Heritage Glen Townhomes in the in the Roycroft neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Roycroft apartment is the Upgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Melvindale Square starting at $995 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the East Dearborn 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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Heritage Glen Townhomes | Twin Arbor | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
Melvindale Square | Upgraded+ 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
The PARK | Charles | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Fairlane East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Springwells Park | 1 BED 1 BATH GEORGE | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Fairlane Town Center Apartment Homes | The Park (Ac) | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Outer Drive Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Gale Gardens | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
West Village Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
Kiwanian Senior Community | One Bedroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Roycroft
What type of rentals are currently available in Roycroft?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Roycroft, MI with pricing that ranges from $675 to $2,525. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Roycroft ranging from $1,025 to $2,150.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Roycroft?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Roycroft ranges from $1,025 to $2,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,538.
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