1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, IA (25 Rentals)

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Stella Townhomes

1236 Bliss StreetGrinnell, IA 50112
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17 E Howard St
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17 E Howard St

17 E Howard StColfax, IA 50054
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Melbourne, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Melbourne and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is found at Plant 1 Lofts and is 995 square feet priced from $1,995. Brick Towne Ames in the South Ames neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 679 square feet and currently listed start at $1,025. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melbourne:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Plant 1 LoftsA6 - Loft995 Sq Ft$1,995
Brick Towne Ames1 Bedroom679 Sq Ft$1,025
Spaulding LoftsA5 - Income Restricted676 Sq Ft$750
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B649 Sq Ft$395
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA615 Sq Ft$450

Cheapest Available Melbourne and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 31, 2025 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 $450 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melbourne is currently $1,130. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melbourne:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B$395
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA$450
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath$620
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A$725
Spaulding LoftsA5 - Income Restricted$750

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Getting Around Melbourne, IA

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29 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $1,130.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melbourne is a 995 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Plant 1 Lofts.

What is the average size for Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melbourne is currently 700 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.