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695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melrose, IA Local Guide

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 $683. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneA2 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$627
Foxwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$683
SomersetB32BR,1BA$707
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$740
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down2BR,1BA$750
Tisdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$760
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$765
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income1BR,1BA$794
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$795
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA and Nearby

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! Model at Lincoln Ridge by Kading starting at $1,150 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Easton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
SomersetB42BR,2BA$1.07
Orchard Lane Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.96
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$1.07
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$1.03
Norwalk Village Estates2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Tisdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Foxwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.10

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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 $639 at Melbourne.

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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