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Melcher, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hunters RunA21BR,1BA$609
MelbourneA2 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$627
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$638
Rosemont PlaceB42BR,1BA$698
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Danamere VillageC1 - Income Restricted3BR,2BA$1.19
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Rosemont PlaceB5 - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.16
SomersetB42BR,2BA$1.10
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$1.03
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
Hunters RunA21BR,1BA$0.87
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,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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