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property at 17250 Raupp Rd

17250 Raupp Rd

MelvindaleMI48122

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4524 2nd St

EcorseMI48229

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Melvindale, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melvindale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melvindale, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Dearborn Town Center Senior in the East Dearborn neighborhood priced from $621. The Park Apartments in the Roycroft neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melvindale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$621
The Park ApartmentsThe JamesStudio,1BA$799
Gale GardensAzalea1BR,1BA$861
90 Catherine St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$890
Melvindale SquareUpgraded 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melvindale area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Fairlane East in the in the Warrendale neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Melvindale apartment is the 1524 Fort Park Blvd Model at 1524 Fort Park Blvd, Unit 2 (upper) starting at $900 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Roycroft neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melvindale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairlane East2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.08
1524 Fort Park Blvd, Unit 2 (upper)1524 Fort Park Blvd2BR,1BA$0.96
Melvindale SquareUpgraded+ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Lake Village of FairlaneCovington 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1.58
The Cove at Allen Park - Allen Park, MI2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.39
Dearborn Town Center SeniorOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.99
Outer Drive Manor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.48
Gale GardensGardenia1BR,1BA$1.43
The Park ApartmentsThe JamesStudio ,1BA$1.60
Kiwanian Senior CommunityOne Bedroom - A11BR,1BA$1.83

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melvindale

What type of rentals are currently available in Melvindale?

There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in Melvindale, MI with pricing that ranges from $456 to $2,380. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melvindale ranging from $680 to $3,175.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melvindale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melvindale ranges from $680 to $3,175 with an average monthly rent of $1,354.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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