
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Mercer, MO (41 Rentals)


Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+

Fort Des Moines

The Middlebrook Lofts

Biston Apartments

Country Club Estates

Fish Creek

Karlton Apartments

Legacy Landing Apartments

Rollins Apartments
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High Pointe

Jefferson Building

Cedarbrooke Place

Somerset

Valley Acres Apartments

Summit House Apartments

1833 Curtis Ave

Foxwood Apartments

Burbank Village

Allure at 57
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Historic Winterset High School Apartments 55+

Carlisle Park Apartments

Prairie Village of Pella

Sunset Apartments

Ottumwa Heights Apartments

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304 S 2nd St

702 S Roche St

5508 SW 8th St

413 Jefferson St
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810 S Baltimore St

East Park Apartments

Norwalk Park Apartments

Indianola Park 2

501 S Osteopathy Ave

The Bridges

Flats on 5th

Williams Terrace

Scotchview Manor Apartments

Indianola Park 1

Asbury Heights
Mercer, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mercer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Studio Apartments | $836 | $575 | $995 |
| Mercer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $855 | $470 | $1,380 |
| Mercer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,012 | $695 | $1,965 |
| Mercer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $825 | $1,889 |
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Largest Available Mercer and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mercer, MO is found at Ottumwa Heights Apartments and is 750 square feet . Flats on 5th in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 725 square feet and currently listed start at $825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Mercer:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | 725 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 675 Sq Ft | $470 |
| Burbank Village | A1 Renovated | 675 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Cedarbrooke Place | A2 - Income Restricted | 668 Sq Ft | $980 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | 650 Sq Ft | $674 |
| Prairie Village of Pella | A1 Classic | 650 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Scotchview Manor Apartments | 1 BR - 30% Gross Income | 650 Sq Ft | $869 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 626 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | 625 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
Cheapest Available Mercer and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mercer, MO is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $470 at Rollins Apartments . The second most affordable Mercer 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Jefferson Building starting at $470 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Mercer is currently $855. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Mercer:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $470 |
| Jefferson Building | 1 Bedroom | $470 |
| Karlton Apartments | One-Bedroom | $470 |
| Biston Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $470 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | $674 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | $716 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | $740 |
| Somerset | A1 | $798 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | $825 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Mercer Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Mercer Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Mercer is $855.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Mercer Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Mercer is a 750 square feet unit at Ottumwa Heights Apartments.
What is the average size for Mercer 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Mercer is currently 624 sq ft.
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