
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Melbourne, IA (35 Rentals)


Copper Beech

Hawthorne Pointe

420 S 4th St

Plant 1 Lofts

The Reserves at South Lake

The Republic
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Spaulding Lofts

Brookview Terrace

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Pharaohs Valley
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Hunters Run

Southtown Apartments

Santa Barbara

Hotel Maytag Apartments

Olive Terrace Apartments

Southern Hills

210 N Main St

919 6th St
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905 E 8th St S

17 E Howard St

Stella Townhomes

The Tallcorn

309 N 3rd St

425 McClellan St

Grinnell Park Apartments

Newton Park Apartments
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Brookside South Apartments

312 Sycamore St
Melbourne, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melbourne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Studio Apartments | $865 | $725 | $955 |
| Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,014 | $460 | $1,280 |
| Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $675 | $2,200 |
| Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $520 | $2,300 |
| Melbourne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $595 | $2,325 |
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Largest Available Melbourne and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is found at The Republic and is 671 square feet priced from $1,200. The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 649 square feet and currently listed start at $395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melbourne:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Republic | 1 Bed - East Facing | 671 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 649 Sq Ft | $395 |
| Southern Hills | A1 | 624 Sq Ft | $688 |
| South Meadow | 2 BR 1 BA - Savannah | 621 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 615 Sq Ft | $460 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 614 Sq Ft | $725 |
Cheapest Available Melbourne and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is the 1B1B Model starting from $395 at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Melbourne 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR/1 BA Model at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments starting at $460 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melbourne is currently $1,014. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melbourne:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | $395 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | $460 |
| Southern Hills | A1 | $688 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | $725 |
| South Meadow | 2 BR 1 BA - Savannah | $895 |
| The Republic | 1 Bed - West Facing | $1,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melbourne is $1,014.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melbourne is a 671 square feet unit starting from $1,200 at The Republic.
What is the average size for Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melbourne is currently 624 sq ft.
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