3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, IA (37 Rentals)

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312 Sycamore St
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312 Sycamore St

312 Sycamore StCambridge, IA 50046
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Stella Townhomes
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Stella Townhomes

1236 Bliss StreetGrinnell, IA 50112
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Walnut Pointe
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Walnut Pointe

1702-1798 W 4th St NNewton, IA 50208

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Melbourne, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Melbourne and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is found at The Ridge at Canyon Landing Townhomes in the Creekside neighborhood and is 1,418 square feet priced from $1,710. The Grove at Ames in the Grand Junction neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,390 square feet and currently listed start at $645. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Melbourne:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Ridge at Canyon Landing TownhomesPearson1,418 Sq Ft$1,710
The Grove at Ames3BR/3BA - Deluxe1,390 Sq Ft$645
The Quarters AmesA - 3x31,125 Sq Ft$615
Woodland Heights3 Bed 2 Bath1,012 Sq Ft$945
The Reserves at South Lake3B2B1,000 Sq Ft$536
Marshalltown EstatesUnit 51952 Sq Ft$725

Cheapest Available Melbourne and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 18, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Melbourne, IA is the 3B2B Model starting from $536 at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Melbourne 3 Bedroom is the A - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Ames starting at $615 in the Grand Junction neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Melbourne is currently $1,102. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Melbourne:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Reserves at South Lake3B2B$536
The Quarters AmesA - 3x3$615
Marshalltown EstatesUnit 51$725
Woodland Heights3 Bed 2 Bath$945
The Ridge at Canyon Landing TownhomesPearson$1,710

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Melbourne Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Melbourne is $1,102.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melbourne is a 1,418 square feet unit starting from $1,710 at The Ridge at Canyon Landing Townhomes.

What is the average size for Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Melbourne is currently 950 sq ft.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

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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.

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