1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, IA (22 Rentals)

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17 E Howard St
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17 E Howard St

17 E Howard StColfax, IA 50054
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309 N 3rd StMarshalltown, IA 50158
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Melbourne, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Melbourne and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is found at Plant 1 Lofts and is 995 square feet priced from $1,995. Parkside Apartments in the Meadow Brook North neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 810 square feet and currently listed start at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melbourne:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Plant 1 LoftsA6 - Loft995 Sq Ft$1,995
Parkside ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath810 Sq Ft$1,050
Spaulding LoftsA13780 Sq Ft$900
Stella Townhomes1 Bedroom 1 Bath716 Sq Ft$689
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B649 Sq Ft$395

Cheapest Available Melbourne and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 22, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is the 1B1B Model starting from $395 at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Melbourne 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom, 1 bath Model at The Tallcorn starting at $475 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melbourne is currently $1,147. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melbourne:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B$395
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath$475
Newton Park Apartments1BR - 30% Gross Income$676
Woodland Heights1 Bed 1 Bath$685
Stella Townhomes1 Bedroom 1 Bath$689

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Getting Around Melbourne, IA

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29 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Melbourne with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Melbourne is at The Reserves at South Lake listed at $395.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melbourne is $1,147.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melbourne is a 995 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Plant 1 Lofts.

What is the average size for Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melbourne is currently 575 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

Written by: Trey Huguley

When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.