
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melville, LA (34 Rentals)


Sugar Mill

The Monroe

The Reserve At Couret Farms

Jaguar Plaza

The Lofts at the Municipal

The Hive @ 3rd

Edgewood Manor

The Genesis Lafayette

The Quarters
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Cadence at Southern

Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included

Arbours at Lafayette

Vermilion Lofts

Gabriel Villa Apartments

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Sweetwater

Audubon Park Apartment Homes

Zachary Parkside Apartments
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Villages of Americana

Whispering Oaks Apartments

Maritime One

Bottle Art Lofts

The Commerce Building

438 Main Street

525 Lafayette

Waterhouse & Village Station

Kress Condominiums

106A Green Ash Ln
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Basswood

Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes

Onyx Residences
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melville Studio Apartments | $1,046 | $810 | $1,483 |
Melville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $547 | $3,370 |
| Melville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $540 | $2,925 |
| Melville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $651 | $5,510 |
| Melville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $786 | $631 | $1,311 |
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Largest Available Melville and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melville, LA is found at Kress Condominiums in the Istrouma neighborhood and is 1,160 square feet priced from $1,800. The Lofts at the Municipal in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 998 square feet and currently listed start at $1,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melville:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kress Condominiums | Unit 310 | 1,160 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| The Lofts at the Municipal | A25 | 998 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Commerce Building | 1.1 | 928 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Zachary Parkside Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 919 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| 525 Lafayette | One Bedroom with den 898 SF | 898 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Waterhouse & Village Station | Waterhouse A - 1x1 | 870 Sq Ft | $1,080 |
| Arbours at Lafayette | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 862 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Audubon Park Apartment Homes | A1 | 809 Sq Ft | $1,521 |
| Maritime One | One Bed | 803 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Onyx Residences | One Bedroom 801 SF | 801 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
Cheapest Available Melville and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 21, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melville, LA is the 1x1Edgewood Manor Model starting from $600 at Edgewood Manor in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood. The second most affordable Melville 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 (Plan A) Model at Whispering Oaks Apartments starting at $750 in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melville is currently $1,312. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melville:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Manor | 1x1Edgewood Manor | $600 |
| Whispering Oaks Apartments | 1x1 (Plan A) | $750 |
| Sugar Mill | A2 | $822 |
| Basswood | Large 1x1 Main Level Classic | $825 |
| French Colony | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $845 |
| Jaguar Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $869 |
| Maritime One | One Bed | $950 |
| 438 Main Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $970 |
| The Reserve At Couret Farms | A1 | $1,048 |
| The Monroe | A1 - Studio | $1,065 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melville Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Melville with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Melville is at Edgewood Manor listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melville Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melville is $1,312.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melville Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melville is a 1,160 square feet unit starting from $1,800 at Kress Condominiums.
What is the average size for Melville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melville is currently 657 sq ft.
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