Cheap Homes for Rent in Mercer County, WV from $1,100 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mercer County, WV

As of September 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mercer County area is the $0.73 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt Model at 500StraleyAve in the starting from $695. The second greatest value Mercer County apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Apt Model at 1030ThorntonAveApts starting at $750 with a $0.94 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mercer County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
500StraleyAve1 Bed 1 Bath Apt1BR,1BA$0.73
1030ThorntonAveApts2 Bed 1 Bath Apt2BR,1BA$0.94

Frequently Asked Questions about Mercer County

What type of rentals are currently available in Mercer County?

There are currently 89 Apartments for Rent in Mercer County, WV with pricing that ranges from $750 to $900. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mercer County ranging from $1,100 to $1,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mercer County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mercer County ranges from $1,100 to $1,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,391.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.