
Cheap Homes for Rent in Melcher, IA from $900 (17 Rentals)
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903 N Roche St

306 Central Dr

507 Payton Ave

1020 1st Ave W
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917 Titus Ave

1858 E Park Ave

3612 SE 11th St

3607 SE 11th St

2000 Meadow Ct
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504 Hackley Ave

904 SE Hackley Ave

906 SE Hackley Ave

913 W 5th St S

508 W South St
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408 E 15th St

216 Hart Ave
Melcher, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melcher?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melcher 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,235 | $995 | $1,700 |
Melcher 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,544 | $1,010 | $1,995 |
Melcher 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Melcher Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melcher, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hunters Run priced from $609. Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $627. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melcher apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $609 |
Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
Foxwood Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $638 |
Rosemont Place | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $698 |
The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melcher, IA and Nearby
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melcher area is the $1.19 price per square foot C1 - Income Restricted Model at Danamere Village in the in the Danamere Farms neighborhood starting from $1,547. The second greatest value Melcher apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melcher apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Danamere Village | C1 - Income Restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Lincoln Ridge by Kading | Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Rosemont Place | B5 - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
Somerset | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Next Level Apartments - Deer Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Foxwood Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melcher
What type of rentals are currently available in Melcher?
There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Melcher, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $1,965. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melcher ranging from $900 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melcher?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melcher ranges from $900 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,773.
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