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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Spacious bedrooms
- Recently remodeled apartment
Location
303 Melody Lane, Marshalltown, Iowa 50158, United States
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Property Overview
303 Melody Lane has an impressive Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting its overall appeal. The property features benefits such as pet friendliness, with a pet hospital, grooming service, and supply store conveniently nearby. Its notable features enhance the living experience, ensuring a well-rounded option for prospective residents.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 832 sqft | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in the heart of Marshalltown, IA! This recently remodeled apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for comfortable living. The building boasts a coin-operated laundry facility, adding convenience to your busy lifestyle. With off-street parking available, you'll never have to worry about finding a spot. One of the best features of this apartment is its highly walkable location. You'll be just steps away from local shops, restaurants, and other amenities, making this the perfect place for those who love to explore their neighborhood. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this Marshalltown apartment. |
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Amenities for 303 Melody Lane
Appliances
| Dishwaher | Fridge |
| Microwave | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Coin-Op Laundry in Building |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Water Trash |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 303 Melody Lane
Welcome to your new home in the heart of Marshalltown, IA! This recently remodeled apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for comfortable living. The building boasts a coin-operated laundry facility, adding convenience to your busy lifestyle. With off-street parking available, you'll never have to worry about finding a spot. One of the best features of this apartment is its highly walkable location. You'll be just steps away from local shops, restaurants, and other amenities, making this the perfect place for those who love to explore their neighborhood. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this Marshalltown apartment.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 303 Melody Lane is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 303 Melody Lane has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
303 Melody Lane offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
303 Melody Lane goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 303 Melody Lane receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
303 Melody Lane is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 303 Melody Lane does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
303 Melody Lane provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
303 Melody Lane is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 303 Melody Lane compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Marshalltown
2-bedroom apartments at 303 Melody Lane cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Marshalltown.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Marshalltown
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | $650 |
| February 2024 | $650 |
| March 2024 | $650 |
| April 2024 | $650 |
| May 2024 | $660 |
| June 2024 | $650 |
| July 2024 | $650 |
| August 2024 | $650 |
| September 2024 | $680 |
| February 2025 | $650 |
| March 2025 | $668 |
| April 2025 | $723 |
| May 2025 | $779 |
| June 2025 | $775 |
| July 2025 | $775 |
| August 2025 | $687 |
| October 2025 | $798 |
| November 2025 | $749 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 303 Melody Lane?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 303 Melody Lane
J.C. Hoglan Elementary School
2306 s 3rd ave
marshalltown, IA, 50158
PK, K-4Public
B-
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Marshalltown near 303 Melody Lane
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 303 Melody Lane, Marshalltown
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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