
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, KY from $600 (49 Rentals)
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Beacon Tower

The Manor

Sonsrena Apartments

Sutton Place Apartments and Townhomes

Riverstone Court Apartments

Arborstone Apartments

Sutton Avenue Apartments

Beechmont Bluffs
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Norse Landing

Beechmont Towers Apartments

Timber Trails

Washington House Apartments

1809-1813 Mears Ave

The Roxbury

Beech Crown Apartments

Blue Valley Flats

Harbour Cove Apartments
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Mears Place Apartments

The Alcove of Turpin Hills

Arbors of Anderson

Pike Place KY Apartments and Townhomes

Stone Creek Apartments

Stonegate Apartments

Creekside at Anderson

The Reserves on Beacon Hill

Silverwoods Landing
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Hampton Farms Apartments

Brandychase Apartments

2351 Beechmont Ave.

2332 Beechmont

6115-6126 Plymouth Avenue

1923 Sutton Ave

2323 Beechmont Ave

6060 Colter Ave

Shashi's Apartment Homes
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Salvador Point

1954 Rockland Ave

920 Washington Ave

Ridgeview Apartments

933-937 Highland Ave

1822 Pearl St

4368 Eastern Ave

Waterbury Apartments

1824 Mears Ave
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2422 Warren St

58 Tower Hill Rd

One30 at Stonegate

2791 Madison Ave
Melbourne, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melbourne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Studio Apartments | $1,071 | $675 | $1,540 |
| Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $675 | $2,200 |
| Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $950 | $3,150 |
| Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $1,349 | $2,350 |
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Cheapest Available Melbourne Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melbourne, KY is a Studio unit found at Mary Ingles Place in the California neighborhood priced from $675. The Manor in the California neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melbourne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Ingles Place | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| The Manor | The Manor | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Riverstone Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Arborstone Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 6115-6126 Plymouth Avenue | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 2351 Beechmont Ave. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Sutton Avenue Apartments | 1 - Partially Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Beechmont Bluffs | 1 Bedroom with balcony | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Beechmont Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Beacon Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, KY and Nearby
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melbourne area is the $1.34 price per square foot 3x2.5 Model at Anderson Grove Townhomes in the in the Liberty Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Melbourne apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Duplex 1,200SqFt Model at Norse Landing starting at $1,615 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Northern Kentucky neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melbourne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Grove Townhomes | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Norse Landing | 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Duplex 1,200SqFt | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | Brand New Renovated Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1809-1813 Mears Ave | 2bed, 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Washington House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Timber Trails | MAPLE l | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Beacon Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Roxbury | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 45148 | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Manor | The Manor | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 2351 Beechmont Ave. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melbourne Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melbourne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melbourne Apartment is $800 at The Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melbourne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melbourne is starting from $1,000 at 1809-1813 Mears Ave.
What is the most affordable Melbourne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melbourne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Beechmont Towers Apartments and starts from $1,550.
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