
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose, WI from $500 (48 Rentals)
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Jackson County Housing

Thousand Oaks

Galesville Greens

Grand River Station

Cranberry Crossing

The Hub on 6th

The Millennial

5th Ward Residences
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Black River Apartments

Badger West Residences

Elliott Arms Apartments

Berry Pointe Luxury Apartments

The Sands Luxury Apartments

Great River Residences

Grandview Lofts

North Country Apartments

1001 10th Ave N, Unit 6
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1551 Loomis St

Northtowne Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes

Roosevelt School Apartments

Valley View Townhomes

The Residence at Belle Square

The Meadows (Amy Dr)

RiverPlace
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Field of Dreams

Hidden Glen Apartments

Garden Terrace Apartments

The Residences at 843 Oak

Pine Ridge Apartment Homes

424 Overlook Ct

River Run Apartments

Stonefield Manor Senior Apartments

302 Royal St
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1026 Liberty St

1132 Vine St

921 6th St S

1609 Devney Dr

2016 7th St

1626 Stoughton Ave

River's Edge Apartments

438/2 Broadway St

2460 Golf Rd
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1121 Weggen Rd

200 S Pacific St

309 W Clark St
Melrose, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Studio Apartments | $994 | $850 | $1,375 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $656 | $1,949 |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $746 | $2,550 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $775 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Jackson County Housing priced from $656. Galesville Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $746. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson County Housing | 1 BR Large | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
| Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $746 |
| Thousand Oaks | 2 | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| Cranberry Crossing | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 5th Ward Residences | STUDIO w/Alcove | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Badger West Residences | Ori Flex Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Elliott Arms Apartments | Deluxe Corner Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| The Sands Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 1551 Loomis St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, WI and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $0.55 price per square foot 3 BR LARGER Rooms Apt 205/305 Model at The Vine in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 1135 State 3 BR Model at 1125-1135 State Street starting at $650 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown La Crosse 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | 3 BR LARGER Rooms Apt 205/305 | 3BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| 1125-1135 State Street | 1135 State 3 BR | 3BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| Hidden Glen Apartments | 3 Bdrm Townhome 60% | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| The Meadows (Amy Dr) | 2 Bedroom Holmen | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Berry Pointe Luxury Apartments | 1028 - 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Northtowne Apartments | 205 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Jackson County Housing | 1 BR Large | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Cranberry Crossing | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Thousand Oaks | 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose is at The Hub on 6th listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $656 at Jackson County Housing.
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 $746 at Galesville Greens.
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Galesville Greens and starts from $786.
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