
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose, OH from $500 (46 Rentals)
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Pike Run Village

Mark Royal

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Montrose Square

Lake Forest Apartments

Shoaff Park Villas

Fountain Lake Apartment Homes

Royal Jameson

Port O'Call Apartments
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Woodlynn Apartments

GLEN ARBORS

Winthrop Terrace - Bryan

Winthrop Terrace - Defiance

Wood Creek Apartments

Arbor Lakes Apartments

Chelsea Village Apartments

43 Town Square

Elijah Parkway
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Jefferson Manor Apartments

Willow Lake

Shawnee Lakes Phase I

Windsor Oaks

Northlake Village Apartments

Metro Center

Partridge Place

Spring Street Senior Lofts

PineView Apartments
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Riverview Estates

Wellington Place

Arlington Place

Cameron Court Apartments

1220 Fairview Ave

521 Hope St

Black Hawk Apartments

466 W McKibben St

1506 Kitch St
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7727 E State Blvd

5028 Woodmark Dr

Rosedale Apartments

536 Royalton Dr

632 W Vine St

10507 1/2 Old Leo Rd

2563 W Market St

5634 Robin Run

10326 Old Leo Rd
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693 N Cherry St
Melrose, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Studio Apartments | $791 | $590 | $940 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $983 | $225 | $1,500 |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $539 | $2,500 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,677 | $519 | $2,125 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD priced from $225. Pike Run Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $539. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $225 |
| Pike Run Village | 30% | 2BR,1BA | $539 |
| Partridge Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $683 |
| Mark Royal | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| Wood Creek Apartments | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Fountain Lake Apartment Homes | Versailles | 1BR,1BA | $872 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $956 |
| Elijah Parkway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, OH and Nearby
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $0.85 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Morada at Maysville in the in the North Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at The Annex of Lima starting at $519 with a $0.33 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morada at Maysville | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| The Annex of Lima | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.33 |
| 43 Town Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Black Hawk Apartments | Magnolia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Northlake Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Partridge Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| Pike Run Village | 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Fountain Lake Apartment Homes | Versailles | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
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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 $225 at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD.
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 $539 at Pike Run Village.
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jefferson Manor Apartments and starts from $995.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.