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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Contemporary finishes
  • On site laundry facilities
  • Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave
  • Thoughtfully designed apartment homes

Location

100 Melrose Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
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The Melrose

Leasing office

(318) 354-4923 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Melrose offers spacious, thoughtfully designed apartment homes with contemporary finishes and features like stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, microwave, and on-site laundry facilities. It combines strong value and appealing amenities with a highly rated location and a well-presented listing, while nearby pet services and 50 photos add extra convenience and a clearer view of the property.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Melrose is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Melrose has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Welcome to The Melrose - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1 bed1 bath691 sqft$899 /mo1 unit available
Welcome to The Melrose - 2 Bed | 1 Bath2 bed1 bath901 sqft$999 /mo1 unit available
Welcome to The Melrose - 3 Bed | 1.5 Bath3 bed1.5 bath1,025 sqft$1,099 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Melrose

Appliances

DishwasherFridge Dishwasher Stove

Tech

High Speed Internet Access

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Property details

Units216

About The Melrose

HomeApartments in Natchitoches The Melrose

Welcome to The Melrose, where modern comfort, convenience, and Southern charm come together in beautiful Natchitoches, Louisiana. Our thoughtfully designed apartment homes feature granite countertops, LVP flooring, stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, microwaves, ceiling fans, spacious floor plans, and contemporary finishes designed to make you feel right at home. Whether you're looking for your first apartment or your next home, The Melrose offers the comfort and quality you deserve. Residents enjoy a variety of community amenities, including a fitness center, clubhouse, business center, on site laundry facilities, playground, courtyard, BBQ and picnic area, pet play area, walking and biking trail, and professional pest control services, creating a community designed for both relaxation and convenience. Conveniently located on North Melrose Avenue, The Melrose places you just minutes from Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, Northwestern State University, Natchitoches Parish School Board, and many of the area's largest employers, including Alliance Compressors, Pilgrim's Pride, Weyerhaeuser, RoyOMartin, and the City of Natchitoches. With convenient access to Interstate 49 and downtown Natchitoches, commuting and exploring the area is simple. When you're ready to unwind, discover everything Louisiana's oldest city has to offer. Stroll along the Cane River National Heritage Area, explore the Natchitoches Historic District, enjoy shopping and dining on Front Street, visit Fort St. Jean Baptiste, or experience the world-famous Natchitoches Christmas Festival and other year round community events. At The Melrose, you'll find the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and location. Contact our leasing office today to schedule your personal tour and discover why The Melrose is the perfect place to call home!


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Melrose is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Melrose has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Melrose
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.
The Melrose 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Melrose is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Melrose 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 The Melrose does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Melrose is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 The Melrose compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away

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Rent trends in Natchitoches

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 0% lower than 1-bedrooms in Natchitoches.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Melrose to be 31% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Natchitoches.

3-bedroom apartments at The Melrose cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Natchitoches.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Natchitoches
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Natchitoches
MonthMedian Rent
September 2026$900
October 2026$900

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $899.
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Schools near The Melrose

M.R. Weaver Elementary School

520 stmaurice ln

natchitoches, LA, 71457

3-4Public
C

NSU Elementary Lab School

125 central ave

natchitoches, LA, 71457

PK, K-5Public
A-

L.P. Vaughn Elementary/Middle School

1500 gold st

natchitoches, LA, 71457

PK, K-2Public
B-

Provencal Elementary/Junior High School

132 cherry st

provencal, LA, 71468

PK, K-8Public
B

Fairview-Alpha Elementary/Junior High School

1439 hwy 71

campti, LA, 71411

PK, K-6Public
B-
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Getting around Natchitoches near 100 Melrose Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 100 Melrose Ave, Natchitoches

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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