
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, KY from $675 (52 Rentals)
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Beacon Tower

The Manor

Sonsrena Apartments

Sutton Place Apartments and Townhomes

Riverstone Court Apartments

1923 Sutton Ave

Beechmont Bluffs

Sutton Avenue Apartments

6060 Colter Ave
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Arborstone Apartments

The Roxbury

Blue Valley Flats

Timber Trails

Washington House Apartments

1809-1813 Mears Ave

Harbour Cove Apartments

2500 Place

Mears Place Apartments

The Alcove of Turpin Hills
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Pike Place KY Apartments and Townhomes

Norse Landing

Stonegate Apartments

Highland Ridge Apartments - HLR

629 Grand Ave

Stone Creek Apartments

The Reserves on Beacon Hill

Silverwoods Landing

Creekside at Anderson

401 E 15th St
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6308 Corbly Rd

2323 Beechmont Ave

2332 Beechmont

6115-6126 Plymouth Avenue

Shashi's Apartment Homes

Salvador Point

1954 Rockland Ave

Ridgeview Apartments

Beechmont Towers Apartments

933-937 Highland Ave
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1527 Greenup St

6366 Corbly Rd

Waterbury Apartments

Beech Crown Apartments

1838 Holman St

1824 Mears Ave

2351 Beechmont Ave.

424 6th Ave

621 E 18th St

Arbors of Anderson
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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 | $1,267 | $825 | $1,594 |
| Melbourne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $675 | $2,350 |
| Melbourne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $950 | $3,075 |
| Melbourne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,349 | $3,514 |
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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 Outer Southeast Hamilton neighborhood priced from $615. 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 | $615 |
| The Manor | The Manor | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Riverstone Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Beechmont Bluffs | 1 Bedroom with balcony | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Sutton Avenue Apartments | 1 - Partially Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| The Roxbury | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Arborstone Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 6060 Colter Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Blue Valley Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Timber Trails | ASH | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melbourne, KY and Nearby
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melbourne area is the $1.36 price per square foot 3x2.5 Model at Anderson Grove Townhomes in the in the Liberty Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Melbourne apartment is the Eden Model at Stonegate Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Forestville 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 | $1.36 |
| Stonegate Apartments | Eden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Norse Landing | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Duplex with Den 1,200SqFt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Carriage Station Townhomes - CST | TH B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | Brand New Renovated Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1809-1813 Mears Ave | 2bed, 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 2351 Beechmont Ave. | 5462 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Washington House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Harbour Cove Apartments | Small/ 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Manor | The Manor | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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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 $960 at Riverstone Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Melbourne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melbourne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Norse Landing and starts from $1,615.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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