Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown River Rouge Neighborhood of Dearborn, MI from $1,000 (3 Rentals)

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Downtown River Rouge, Dearborn, MI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown River Rouge, MI

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown River Rouge area is the $1.61 price per square foot The Garden (CTHp) Model at Fairlane Town Center Apartment Homes in the in the Warrendale neighborhood starting from $1,942. The second greatest value Downtown River Rouge apartment is the Upgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Melvindale Square starting at $945 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the East Dearborn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown River Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairlane Town Center Apartment HomesThe Garden (CTHp)2BR,2.5BA$1.61
Melvindale SquareUpgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Lake Village of FairlaneCovington 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1.58
Romarta Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Springwells Park1 BED 1 BATH GEORGE1BR,1BA$1.86
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99
Fairlane Meadow Apartments and TownhomesJasmine1BR,1BA$1.90
GoodHomes Detroit1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown River Rouge

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown River Rouge?

There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Downtown River Rouge, MI with pricing that ranges from $456 to $2,500. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown River Rouge ranging from $1,000 to $2,800.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown River Rouge ranges from $1,000 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,496.

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