
Cheap Homes for Rent in Melbourne, KY from $900 (11 Rentals)
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226 Clifton Ave

5247 4 Mile Rd
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4070 Independence Dr

2610 Crisnic Ct

2755 OH-132
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460 Lakeview Dr

310 Timber Ridge Dr

555 Delta Ave
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724 Ohio Pike

2823 Madison Ave
Melbourne, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melbourne?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melbourne 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,480 | $950 | $2,700 |
Melbourne 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,207 | $1,445 | $3,800 |
Melbourne 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,055 | $1,800 | $2,295 |
Melbourne 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
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Cheapest Available Melbourne Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melbourne, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverstone Court Apartments - Beechmont Ave in the Turpin Hills neighborhood priced from $850. Arborstone Apartments in the Sherwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melbourne apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Riverstone Court Apartments - Beechmont Ave | One Bedroom-5615 Beechmont | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Arborstone Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
1923 Sutton Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
6060 Colter Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Beechmont Bluffs | 1 Bedroom without a balcony | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, KY and Nearby
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melbourne area is the $1.47 price per square foot C1 - Caspia Model at Elevation Apartment Homes in the in the Northern Kentucky neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Melbourne apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Immaculate Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Forestville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melbourne apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Elevation Apartment Homes | C1 - Caspia | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Immaculate Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Brandychase Apartments | 2BR/2BA STANDARD | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Stone Creek Apartments | Brand New Renovated Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Beechmont Towers Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Creekside at Anderson | 2 Bedroom/ Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
Washington House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Mears Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
Beacon Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
1824 Mears Ave | 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melbourne
What type of rentals are currently available in Melbourne?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, KY with pricing that ranges from $600 to $5,700. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melbourne ranging from $950 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melbourne?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melbourne ranges from $950 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,134.
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