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property at 1420 Avocado Ave

$1,200 - $1,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1420 Avocado Ave

MelbourneFL32935

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property at 1440 Parkway Dr

$1,250 - $1,495

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1440 Parkway Dr

MelbourneFL32935

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Magnolia Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

108 W Fee AveMelbourne, FL 32901
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Hickory Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Pointe

2700 Carlson CirMelbourne, FL 32901
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Parkway Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Place

3040 Bennett LnMelbourne, FL 32935
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Pentagon Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pentagon Gardens

46 W New Haven AveMelbourne, FL 32901
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Rivercrest Racquet
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rivercrest Racquet

3320 Rivercrest DrMelbourne, FL 32935
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Manatee Cove
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Manatee Cove

746 Madelyn WayMelbourne, FL 32901

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Windover Palms
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windover Palms

310 Fitness CirMelbourne, FL 32901

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Melbourne, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Melbourne, FL

Pricing Updated: 01/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Melbourne, FL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Melbourne Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Suburban Melbourne$8,510$920981
Downtown Melbourne$14,986$950208

Cheapest Available Melbourne Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melbourne, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Palm Bay Club in the South Cove neighborhood priced from $546. Riverview Apartments in the Coastal Brevard neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melbourne apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Bay ClubB12BR,2BA$546
Riverview ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$950
Parkway Place1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
StonewoodAbbott1BR,1BA$1,075
Venue at Viera Senior LivingOne Bedroom One Bath (b)1BR,1BA$1,084
Meadowdale Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,099
Malabar LakesHaven1BR,1BA$1,160
Lake PointeBreeze1BR,1BA$1,168
The HarboursLa Jumet1BR,1BA$1,182
Reserves of MelbourneLunar1BR,1BA$1,189

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, FL

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melbourne area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Deluxe Model at Mode at Melbourne in the in the Coastal Brevard neighborhood starting from $2,172. The second greatest value Melbourne apartment is the B1 Model at Marin at Harvard starting at $1,601 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Coastal Brevard neighborhood. 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.
Mode at Melbourne3 Deluxe3BR,2BA$1.17
Marin at HarvardB12BR,2BA$1.28
Sabal Palms ApartmentsEtonia3BR,2.5BA$1.40
Manatee Cove3x23BR,2BA$1.22
The BrittanyVista2BR,1BA$1.33
Bridgewater Pointe Apartments2x2 1150 sf2BR,2BA$1.30
Melbourne Commons2x2 Student Apartment2BR,2BA$0.84
Palm Bay ClubB12BR,2BA$0.53
Wickham ClubOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.46
Parkway Place1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.37

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 $1,189.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melbourne?

The cheapest apartment in Melbourne is Parkway Place which is listed at $1,048, while the average apartment in Melbourne costs $11,748.

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 128 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 $264 which is $11,484 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melbourne.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.