
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Northern Plains by Kading
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304 S 2nd St

124 S 2nd St

702 S Roche St

106 S Washington St
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612 S Webster St
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 | $911 | $775 | $980 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $912 | $719 | $1,284 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $600 | $1,780 |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $825 | $1,917 |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $1,058 | $1,058 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $600. Northern Plains by Kading has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Foxwood Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
Next Level Apartments - Deer Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
The Oaks | 1BA/1BR | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
East Park Apartments | 1/2 Story Down | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, IA and Nearby
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Sunset Terrace starting at $1,120 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Easton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Sunset Terrace | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Washington Apartments | The Harmon | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Orchard Lane Apartments | B1 Partially Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
The Ridges | B1 - Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Sunset Apartments | 2bd, 1ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Next Level Apartments - Deer Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
The Oaks | 1BA/1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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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 Cheap Melrose Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $719 at The Oaks.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is starting from $600 at Foxwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Plains by Kading and starts from $825.
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