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109 E Cedar St

106 Ash St

1115 Teakwood St
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1105 Teakwood St

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1504 Cedar St
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1504 E Cedar St
Melvin, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melvin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melvin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,225 | $899 | $1,800 |
Melvin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,114 | $1,000 | $4,950 |
Melvin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,133 | $1,999 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Melvin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melvin, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Eytcheson Estates Sherburn priced from $700. Deer Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $710. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melvin apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melvin, IA and Nearby
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melvin area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes in the starting from $1,740. The second greatest value Melvin apartment is the 3 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Sundance Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,650 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the East Sioux Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melvin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Sundance Ridge Townhomes | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
Windom Landing | 4 Bedroom - Lower Level | 4BR,2BA | $0.71 |
Eagle Ridge Townhomes | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.75 |
Joslyn Heights Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Ridgeview Residence | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Seneca Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
172 North St, Unit 172 | 172 North St | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melvin
What type of rentals are currently available in Melvin?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Melvin, IA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $4,500. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melvin ranging from $675 to $4,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melvin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melvin ranges from $675 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,536.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Melvin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melvin range from $1,015 to $2,785, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $975.
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