
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, FL from $900 (288 Rentals)
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2801 Dorsey Pl

1628 Mitchell St

1903 Fletcher St

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The Harbours

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Park Village

Venue at Viera Senior Living

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Caribbean Isle

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Topaz Cay

The Teale New Haven
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2421 Stone St

The Savannahs at James Landing

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Stonewood

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Lake Pointe

115 Seminole Ave W

Wickham Club

Rocky Water Park

Princeton Parc

Compass
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Reserves of Melbourne

1354 Westover St

658 Young St

1440 Parkway Dr

Springs at Hibiscus Crossing

Palmview Cove Apartments

City Harbor

Retreat @ Golf Links

The Village at Melbourne

Lakeside Glen Apartments
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Bridgewater Pointe Apartments

1002 Brothers Ave.

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130 E Avenue A, Unit 130

504 Susan Dr

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Marisol at Viera

Villas At Blue Cove Apartments

Grand Oaks At The Lake

Beachway Links

The Preserve at Longleaf

Addison Pointe
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Harvard Apartments

Veridian of Melbourne Townhome Apartments

Legacy at Hibiscus Park

Marin at Harvard

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616 E New Haven Ave, Unit 2

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The Pearl of Viera

Legacy at Oakwood Landing

34 E Ave A, Unit 2

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Azul at Viera

Furnished Studio-Melbourne - West Melbourne
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Melbourne, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melbourne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Melbourne Studio Apartments | $1,328 | $900 | $2,009 |
| Cheap Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $950 | $2,600 |
| Cheap Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $1,174 | $3,750 |
| Cheap Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,599 | $6,786 |
| Cheap Melbourne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $1,799 | $6,077 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Melbourne, FL
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Melbourne, FL area range in price from $900 to $21,666 with an overall median price of $1,779. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Melbourne Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Melbourne | $1,675 | $900 | 115 |
| Suburban Melbourne | $1,796 | $958 | 724 |
Cheapest Available Melbourne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melbourne, FL is a Studio unit found at Vetra Indian Harbour Beach in the Coastal Brevard neighborhood priced from $978. The Harbours in the Melbourne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $987. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melbourne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vetra Indian Harbour Beach | E1 | Studio,1BA | $978 |
| The Harbours | Nobska | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Parkway Place | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,042 |
| Park Village | Laketree | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
| Venue at Viera Senior Living | One Bedroom One Bath (b) | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Meadowdale Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Caribbean Isle | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Topaz Cay | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| The Teale New Haven | A | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Monroe on Monterey | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, FL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melbourne area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Deluxe Model at Mode at Melbourne in the in the Melbourne neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Melbourne apartment is the B1 Model at Marin at Harvard starting at $1,570 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Melbourne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melbourne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mode at Melbourne | 3 Deluxe | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Marin at Harvard | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Wickham Club | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Rivercrest Racquet | C- 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 10X Harbour Bay | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Melbourne Commons | 2x2 Student Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Azara Palm Bay | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Park at Parma | Tuscany | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| CIRC7 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Manatee Cove | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
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Melbourne Overview
Located in proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, you will find the sunny city of Melbourne, FL. When you live in one of our Melbourne apartments in this coastal town, having fun golfing, surfing and walking along various lovely beaches are just a small sampling of what you will experience!
Why live in Melbourne, FL?
Tourists love visiting Melbourne because of the warm weather activities including fishing, snorkeling, golfing, hiking and walk along the beach. There are also other attractions such as the Kennedy Space Center as well as the Historic District in the downtown area. Living in one of our apartments in Melbourne will help you be close to all the action, while being able to get away from it all in the comfort of your own perfect spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melbourne Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Melbourne?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melbourne is under $1,130.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melbourne?
The cheapest apartment in Melbourne is The Harbours which is listed at $987, while the average apartment in Melbourne costs $1,779.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melbourne?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 95 regular apartments in Melbourne that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Melbourne?
Cheap apartments in Melbourne have an average cost of $398 which is $1,381 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melbourne.
Expert Rental Resources
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