
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Melbourne Neighborhood of Melbourne, FL from $700 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Melbourne area of Melbourne.


3115 Marshall Dr

3115 Marshall Dr

1629 Elizabeth St

2421 Stone St

Stonewood

2016 Hallwood Pl

115 Seminole Ave W
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Compass

Palmview Cove Apartments

Legacy at Hibiscus Park

204 Seminole Ave W

Bridgewater Pointe Apartments

The Village at Melbourne

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416 E Strawbridge Ave

Magnolia Apartments
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Harbor Village Apartments

Riverview Apartments

Hickory Pointe

Windover Palms

Pentagon Gardens

Topaz Village

Meadowdale Apartments

Manatee Cove
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126 San Paulo Cir

127 San Paulo Cir

164 San Paulo Ct

3501 D'Avinci Way

Crane Creek Senior Apartments

3119 Wiley Ave

3551 D'Avinci Way

1002 Brothers Ave
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3101 Wiley Ave

223 San Paulo Cir

2114 Henry St NE

Eastshore Palm Bay

Westshore Palm Bay

Aqua Palm Bay

126 San Paulo Cir

2326 Shenandoah Rd
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2522 Amberly Rd NE

228 San Paulo Cir

101 San Paulo Cir
Downtown Melbourne, Melbourne, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Melbourne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Melbourne Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Downtown Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,100 | $1,932 |
| Downtown Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,295 | $2,024 |
| Downtown Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,775 | $2,255 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Melbourne Neighborhood of Melbourne, FL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Melbourne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Melbourne area of Melbourne, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Windover Palms priced from $1,075. Meadowdale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,224. Here are the most affordable Downtown Melbourne apartments for rent in Melbourne, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windover Palms | A1 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Meadowdale Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Stonewood | Abbott | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Manatee Cove | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,266 |
| Topaz Village | Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Legacy at Hibiscus Park | Sorrell | 2BR,2BA | $1,348 |
| Compass | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| Bridgewater Pointe Apartments | 2x2 1150 sf | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
| Eastshore Palm Bay | Captiva | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melbourne, FL
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Melbourne area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2x2 1150 sf Model at Bridgewater Pointe Apartments in the in the Coastal Brevard neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown Melbourne apartment is the 2x2 Student Apartment Model at Melbourne Commons starting at $960 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the South Cove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Melbourne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Pointe Apartments | 2x2 1150 sf | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Melbourne Commons | 2x2 Student Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Manatee Cove | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Palmview Cove Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Legacy at Hibiscus Park | Camerone | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Village at Melbourne | Dove | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Eastshore Palm Bay | Siesta | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Aqua Palm Bay | Amelia | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Westshore Palm Bay | Lucine | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Windover Palms | A1 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Melbourne, Melbourne, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Melbourne Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Melbourne?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Melbourne is Windover Palms which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Downtown Melbourne costs $8,159.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Melbourne?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Melbourne have an average cost of $335 which is $7,824 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Melbourne.
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