2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, IA (46 Rentals)

South Meadow

Brick Towne Ames

420 S 4th St

The Reserves at South Lake

Welcome to Lion’s Gate Apartments

Woodland Heights

South View Apartments

SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS

THE ARBORS APARTMENTS

Parkside Luxury Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

Olive Terrace Apartments

East Olive Apartments

Hunters Run

Clock Tower Senior Apartments

SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS

303 S Madison St

1014-1028 Shagbark Dr

521 Northwestern Ave

1020 1st Ave W

814 E 8th St N

1007 Wilson Ave

2730 Luther Dr
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 | $756 | $600 | $870 |
Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $394 | $1,995 |
Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $968 | $467 | $2,495 |
Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $465 | $2,600 |
Melbourne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $445 | $1,883 |
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Largest Available Melbourne and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is found at Plant 1 Lofts and is 1,304 square feet priced from $2,495. The Quarters Ames in the South Ames neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,186 square feet and currently listed start at $750. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Melbourne:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Plant 1 Lofts | B3 - Loft | 1,304 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
The Quarters Ames | B - 2x2 | 1,186 Sq Ft | $750 |
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Large | 1,100 Sq Ft | $859 |
Clock Tower Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom Market | 982 Sq Ft | $1,007 |
South View Apartments | Landmark | Classic | 950 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Hunters Run | B3 | 950 Sq Ft | $755 |
Parkside Luxury Apartments | B4 Petocka | 933 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 900 Sq Ft | $800 |
Crystal Street Apartments | 2br/2ba | 828 Sq Ft | $925 |
Hotel Maytag Apartments | 2 bedroom A | 741 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Melbourne and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 15, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is the 2B1B Model starting from $470 at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Melbourne 2 Bedroom is the B2 Model at Hunters Run starting at $695 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Melbourne is currently $968. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Melbourne:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Reserves at South Lake | 2B1B | $470 |
Hunters Run | B2 | $695 |
Southern Hills | B1 | $750 |
Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | $800 |
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $805 |
SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $809 |
Hotel Maytag Apartments | 2 bedroom A | $825 |
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $825 |
Newton Park Apartments | 2BR - 30% Gross Income | $862 |
Baxter Park Apartments | 2BR - 30% of Gross Income | $879 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Melbourne Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Melbourne is $968.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melbourne is a 1,304 square feet unit starting from $2,495 at Plant 1 Lofts.
What is the average size for Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Melbourne is currently 997 sq ft.
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