
Cheap Homes for Rent in Melrose, OH from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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521 Hope St

466 W McKibben St

302 W Main St

918 Leland Ave

1028 W Wayne St
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711 E 5th St

722 N Elizabeth St

326 N Wayne St

5007 Vermont Ln

5424 Evard Rd

1419 Aberdeen Ln
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5825 Rockport Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,917 | $1,000 | $2,530 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,845 | $1,195 | $2,295 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,231 | $2,000 | $2,495 |
| Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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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. Wellington Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $625. 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 | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $225 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| Partridge Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $709 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, OH and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $1.05 price per square foot Townhomes Model at Evard Place - Solar Powered in the in the Northeast Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 43 Town Square starting at $1,093 with a $0.78 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evard Place - Solar Powered | Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| 43 Town Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| 2563 W Market St | Market St. | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Northlake Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Partridge Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.73 |
| Pike Run Village | 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Windsor Oaks | The Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.69 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Melrose, OH with pricing that ranges from $225 to $2,500. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose ranging from $1,000 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose ranges from $1,000 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,173.
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.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.