2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA (47 Rentals)

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Tisdale Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tisdale Apartments

232 E 4th StOttumwa, IA 52501
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The Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320

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Williams Terrace
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Williams Terrace

1603 N 9th StIndianola, IA 50125
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Melrose, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Melrose and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, IA is found at Linden West in the Easton Park neighborhood and is 1,050 square feet priced from $1,100. Ottumwa Heights Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Melrose:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Linden West2 bed 2 bath, with Laundry1,050 Sq Ft$1,100
Ottumwa Heights Apartments2x11,000 Sq FtCall for Rates
Gustin Flats2 bed991 Sq Ft$1,260
Sunset Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths990 Sq Ft$1,120
The Vineyards2 Bedroom990 Sq Ft$1,170
Fort Des Moines2 Bedroom-C7966 Sq FtCall for Rates
Washington ApartmentsThe Harmon959 Sq Ft$1,043
MelbourneB7 - 40 - Income Restricted958 Sq Ft$909
The Meadows2 Bedroom930 Sq Ft$850
Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+2 BR 1.5 BA860 Sq Ft$1,450

Cheapest Available Melrose and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, IA is the B2 Model starting from $600 at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose 2 Bedroom is the Cottage - 2 Model at Northern Plains by Kading starting at $695 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Melrose is currently $973. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Melrose:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Foxwood ApartmentsB2$600
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 2$695
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB1$701
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down$750
The Oaks2BA/1BR$789
Sunset Apartments2bd, 1ba$795
The Meadows2 Bedroom$850
The RidgesB1 - Renovated$855
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed$900
MelbourneB7 - 40 - Income Restricted$909

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Getting Around Melrose, IA

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3 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

15 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is $973.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,050 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Linden West.

What is the average size for Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Melrose is currently 808 sq ft.

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