Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriman Park/University Manor Neighborhood of Dallas, TX from $400 (46 Rentals)

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Tides on Park Lane
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$847 - $1,657
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Tides on Park Lane

8780 Park LnDallas, TX 75231
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Everwood Apartments
$917 - $2,069
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$917 - $2,069
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$917 - $2,069
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Everwood Apartments

6910 Skillman StDallas, TX 75231
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Haven Lake Highlands
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$1,193 - $3,854
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Haven Lake Highlands

7077 Watercrest PkwyDallas, TX 75231
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$1,075 - $1,295

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8510 Park Ln

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North Park Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Park Terrace

8662 Park LnDallas, TX 75231
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Harvard Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harvard Square

6050 Ridgecrest RdDallas, TX 75231

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Ascent at Midtown
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent at Midtown

6431 Ridgecrest RdDallas, TX 75231
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Woodglen - Dallas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodglen - Dallas

6161 Pineland DrDallas, TX 75231
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The Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pointe Apartments

6514 Ridgecrest RdDallas, TX 75231
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Veranda
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Veranda

6517 Melody LnDallas, TX 75231
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Monaco Valley
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monaco Valley

6415 Melody LnDallas, TX 75231
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Park Lane Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Terrace

6864 Larmanda StDallas, TX 75231
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property at 6108 Abrams Rd

$795 - $1,650

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6108 Abrams Rd

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Merriman Park/University Manor, Dallas, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merriman Park/University Manor Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriman Park/University Manor area of Dallas, TX is a Studio unit found at Harvard Square priced from $670. Cityscape Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Merriman Park/University Manor apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harvard SquareEfficiencyStudio,1BA$670
Cityscape ApartmentsE1Studio,1BA$699
Tribeca on the CreekS1Studio,1BA$730
The Pearl at MidtownE1AStudio,1BA$749
Wildflower ApartmentsTexas Bluebonnet1BR,1BA$750
Santa Fe Trails ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$799
The Biltmore1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$800
The LaneyA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$840
Tides on Park LaneS1Studio,1BA$847
Cross Creek ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriman Park/University Manor, TX

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriman Park/University Manor area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Harvard Square in the in the East Dallas neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Merriman Park/University Manor apartment is the A3 Model at The Sutton on Park Lane starting at $911 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the East Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriman Park/University Manor apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harvard Square2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.41
The Sutton on Park LaneA31BR,1BA$1.33
The LaneyA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.44
Everwood ApartmentsEverwood A11BR,1BA$1.58
The Biltmore1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.48
Santa Fe Trails ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.52
Wildflower ApartmentsTexas Bluebonnet1BR,1BA$1.48
Cross Creek ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.86
Tribeca on the CreekS1Studio ,1BA$1.64
Cityscape ApartmentsE1Studio ,1BA$1.84

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Merriman Park/University Manor, Dallas, TX

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Merriman Park/University Manor, Dallas, and the greater Dallas area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriman Park/University Manor Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Merriman Park/University Manor?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merriman Park/University Manor is under $860.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merriman Park/University Manor?

The cheapest apartment in Merriman Park/University Manor is Wildflower Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Merriman Park/University Manor costs $2,513.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merriman Park/University Manor?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 35 regular apartments in Merriman Park/University Manor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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