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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Newly renovated
  • Convenient amenities
  • New flooring
  • Outdoor enthusiasts

Location

304 Melody Ln, Marshalltown, IA 50158, USA
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Management

Superior Rentals

Leasing office

(641) 354-5636 ext. 2

Property Overview

304 Melody Lane scores well overall, with a strong Zumper expert rating, standout amenities, competitive pricing, and a convenient location. It also offers off-street parking, newly renovated interiors, new flooring, and easy access to nearby conveniences, while nearby schools and pet services add to its appeal.

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, 304 Melody Lane is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 304 Melody Lane has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath832 sqft$900 /mo1 unit availableIntroducing our newly renovated 2 Bedroom apartment in Marshalltown, Iowa! This ground floor unit features new flooring and fresh paint throughout, creating a clean and modern living space. Convenient amenities include coin-op laundry in the building and an off-street parking space for residents. Located on the Southside, this apartment is just a short distance from City Park and a bike-jogging path, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to call this apartment home!

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Amenities for 304 Melody Lane

Apartment Amenities

Freshly PaintedGround Floor Unit
New Flooring

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKCoin-Op Laundry in Building
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOff-Street Parking Space

Services

Water Trash

Neighborhood

Near City Park
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

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Applicants

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 304 Melody Lane

Home 304 Melody Lane

Introducing our newly renovated 2 Bedroom apartment in Marshalltown, Iowa! This ground floor unit features new flooring and fresh paint throughout, creating a clean and modern living space. Convenient amenities include coin-op laundry in the building and an off-street parking space for residents. Located on the Southside, this apartment is just a short distance from City Park and a bike-jogging path, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to call this apartment 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, 304 Melody Lane is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 304 Melody Lane has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 304 Melody Lane
Price·9A 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.
304 Melody Lane stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
304 Melody Lane stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
304 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 304 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.
304 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.

304 Melody Lane is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 304 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
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Marshalltown

2-bedroom apartments at 304 Melody Lane cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Marshalltown.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Marshalltown
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Marshalltown
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$756
January 2026$727
February 2026$684
March 2026$675
April 2026$685
May 2026$716
June 2026$795
July 2026$612

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near 304 Melody Lane

J.C. Hoglan Elementary School

2306 s 3rd ave

marshalltown, IA, 50158

PK, K-4Public
B-

Marshalltown Virtual Academy

1002 south 3rd ave

marshalltown, IA, 50158

PK, K-12Public

Meskwaki Settlement School

1608 305th st

tama, IA, 52339

K-12Public
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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 304 Melody Ln

Walking

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

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 304 Melody Ln, Marshalltown

Groceries

7/10
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

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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