Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA from $500 (26 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in Melrose.

206 N Madison St

Foxwood Apartments

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The Hampton Meadows

East Park Apartments

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121 S Ash St

404 N Pine St
Melrose, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Studio Apartments | $903 | $745 | $980 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $880 | $545 | $1,380 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $638 | $1,965 |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $950 | $1,850 |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $1,058 | $1,058 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood priced from $627. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $638. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
Foxwood Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $638 |
Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
East Park Apartments | 1/2 Story Down | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Somerset | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
The Ridges | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Scotchview Manor Apartments | 1 BR - 30% Gross Income | 1BR,1BA | $794 |
The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA and Nearby
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $1.18 price per square foot D1 Model at Somerset in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,241. The second greatest value Melrose 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 Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Somerset | D1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
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 |
Orchard Lane Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Next Level Apartments - Deer Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Norwalk Village Estates | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Foxwood Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Getting Around Melrose, IA
Walk Score®
3 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
15 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $627 at Melbourne.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is starting from $638 at Foxwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $950.
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