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White River Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

White River Commons

1325 N Saint LouisBatesville, AR 72501
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West End Social
Studio Apartments

West End Social

1350 Hwy 62 WMountain Home, AR 72653
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West Towne Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

West Towne Apartments

2103 W Beebe Capps ExpySearcy, AR 72143
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Tara Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tara Apartments

1000 S Main StMountain Home, AR 72653
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Melbourne, AR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melbourne Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melbourne, AR is a Studio unit found at Mammoth Spring priced from $425. Breckenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melbourne apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mammoth SpringStudioStudio,1BA$425
Breckenridge ApartmentsBreckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup1BR,1BA$475
The Heights ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$475
Sugarloaf StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$525
Cadron CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$525
6444 Highway 178 SStudio / KitchenetteStudio,1BA$650
Shadowbrook Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$730
Park West Senior Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$730
The Flats Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Country Meadows Apartments2.2 Classic2BR,2BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, AR and Nearby

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melbourne area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Melbourne apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Morganne Dr Model at The Oak Townhomes starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Melbourne apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2700 Burke Ave15032BR,1.5BA$0.80
The Oak Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Morganne Dr2BR,1.5BA$0.83
Wolf River LodgeThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$0.82
Park West Patio Homes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.96
Mountain Station Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,1BA$0.95
Cardinal Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Country Meadows Apartments2.1.5 Rehab2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Creekside Village Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$0.99
Breckenridge ApartmentsBreckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.93
Cadron CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.02

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melbourne Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melbourne?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melbourne is at Mammoth Spring listed at $425.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melbourne Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melbourne Apartment is $475 at Breckenridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melbourne is starting from $565 at Breckenridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Melbourne Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Melbourne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mountain Station Apartments and starts from $900.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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