
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melcher, IA (30 Rentals)


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Melcher, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melcher?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melcher Studio Apartments | $932 | $885 | $980 |
Melcher 1 Bedroom Apartments | $903 | $550 | $1,651 |
Melcher 2 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $638 | $2,129 |
Melcher 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $950 | $1,650 |
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Largest Available Melcher and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melcher, IA is found at Flats on 5th in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 802 square feet priced from $950. Fort Des Moines has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 733 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melcher:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Flats on 5th | The Hudson | 802 Sq Ft | $950 |
Fort Des Moines | 733 Sq Ft | Call for Rates | |
Forge65 | A2 | 717 Sq Ft | $1,084 |
Rosemont Place | A1 | 702 Sq Ft | $641 |
East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 680 Sq Ft | $790 |
Melbourne | A5 - Income Restricted | 668 Sq Ft | $815 |
Scotchview Manor Apartments | 1 BR - 30% Gross Income | 650 Sq Ft | $794 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 648 Sq Ft | $860 |
Foxwood Apartments | A2 | 625 Sq Ft | $714 |
Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | 625 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
Cheapest Available Melcher and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melcher, IA is the A2 - 40 - Income Restricted Model starting from $627 at Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Melcher 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at Rosemont Place starting at $641 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melcher is currently $903. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melcher:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | $627 |
Rosemont Place | A1 | $641 |
Foxwood Apartments | A2 | $714 |
The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | $740 |
The Ridges | A1 - Renovated | $765 |
East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | $790 |
Scotchview Manor Apartments | 1 BR - 30% Gross Income | $794 |
Fort Des Moines | 1 Bedroom-B3 | $850 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | $860 |
Flats on 5th | The Hudson | $950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melcher Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melcher Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melcher is $903.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melcher Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melcher is a 802 square feet unit starting from $950 at Flats on 5th.
What is the average size for Melcher 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melcher is currently 535 sq ft.
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