3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA (31 Rentals)

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1806 E Main St

737 Kitterman Cir

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506 E 21st St S
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633 Newport Pl

1709 E 18th St

619 Nantucket Pl

2605 13th Ave SE
Melrose, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Studio Apartments | $901 | $745 | $980 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $864 | $545 | $1,380 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $638 | $1,965 |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $950 | $1,889 |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,019 | $1,000 | $1,058 |
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Largest Available Melrose and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, IA is found at Washington Apartments and is 1,320 square feet priced from $1,196. Danamere Village in the Danamere Farms neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,302 square feet and currently listed start at $1,547. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Melrose:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Washington Apartments | The Napoleon | 1,320 Sq Ft | $1,196 |
Danamere Village | C1 - Income Restricted | 1,302 Sq Ft | $1,547 |
Terrace View by Kading | Elizabeth | 1,235 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Elizabeth | 1,235 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 3x2 | 1,200 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Melbourne | D1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 1,115 Sq Ft | $1,061 |
The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 1,045 Sq Ft | $950 |
Lincoln Ridge by Kading | Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! | 1,008 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
Fish Creek | C2 - Deluxe | 900 Sq Ft | $1,215 |
Cheapest Available Melrose and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 06, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, IA is the 3 Bedroom Model starting from $950 at The Meadows in the Somerset neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose 3 Bedroom is the Villa Model at Northern Plains by Kading starting at $1,050 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Melrose is currently $1,221. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Melrose:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | $950 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Villa | $1,050 |
Melbourne | D1 - 60 - Income Restricted | $1,061 |
Lincoln Ridge by Kading | Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! | $1,150 |
Washington Apartments | The Napoleon | $1,196 |
Fish Creek | C2 - Deluxe | $1,215 |
Terrace View by Kading | Elizabeth | $1,295 |
Danamere Village | C1 - Income Restricted | $1,547 |
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Getting Around Melrose, IA
Walk Score®
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 3 Bedroom Melrose Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is $1,221.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,320 square feet unit starting from $1,196 at Washington Apartments.
What is the average size for Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Melrose is currently 1,138 sq ft.
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