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135 E State St

1111 Gohres St
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E10854 Park Ave

1127 Mark Ave

921 6th St S
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N36767 US-53

912 Redfield St

1018 9th St S
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713 Salsbery Cir
Melrose, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,276 | $850 | $1,795 |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,604 | $1,170 | $2,000 |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,018 | $1,200 | $3,395 |
Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose, WI is a Studio unit found at River Run Apartments priced from $545. Jackson County Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $607. 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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River Run Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $545 |
Jackson County Housing | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $607 |
Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $746 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, WI and Nearby
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $1.04 price per square foot TWO BED/ONE BATH Model at Patriot Place Apartments in the starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the Two Bedroom with basement Model at Valley View Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot . 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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Patriot Place Apartments | TWO BED/ONE BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Valley View Townhomes | Two Bedroom with basement | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
The Residences at 843 Oak | 2 Bed 2 Bath LVT | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
The Sands Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Cranberry Crossing | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Thousand Oaks Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
The Driftless Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (ages 55+) - 80% Income Limit | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Jackson County Housing | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
River Run Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose
What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Melrose, WI with pricing that ranges from $545 to $2,849. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose ranging from $850 to $3,395.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose ranges from $850 to $3,395 with an average monthly rent of $1,617.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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