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Rosemill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosemill Apartments

407 5th St NMelrose, MN 56352
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Meadowlark Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

200 Country Club RdMelrose, MN 56352
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Osakis Community Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Osakis Community Manor

480 W Main StOsakis, MN 56360
Senior Living
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property at 703 W Main St

703 W Main St

PaynesvilleMN56362
property at 975 S Armstrong Ave

975 S Armstrong Ave

LitchfieldMN55355
property at 1220 10th Ave N

1220 10th Ave N

St. CloudMN56303

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1035 Division St E

St. CloudMN56304

Melrose, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments priced from $718. Driftwood Apartments in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$718
Driftwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$720
Suncrest Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$830
Westwood VillageTwo bedroom/ One bathroom2BR,1BA$880
Pioneer Pointe2 Bed-12BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MN and Nearby

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $1.34 price per square foot B8 Model at Cypress Court in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,628. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Mainstreeter Apartments starting at $1,365 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cypress CourtB82BR,2BA$1.34
Mainstreeter Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.18
1130 West Apartments2 BR / 2 BA C22BR,2BA$1.43
Victory Court Apartments555 Bldg - Plan F2BR,1BA$1.39
Driftwood Apartments2B/1B2BR,1BA$0.93
Westwood VillageTwo bedroom/ One bathroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Suncrest Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Jacobs Square Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.26
Pioneer Pointe2 Bed-12BR,1BA$1.19
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.96

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57 / 100

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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 $718 at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments.

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 $838 at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.