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Mercer, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mercer Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mercer, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Patrician Terrace Apartment Homes in the Downtown Jackson neighborhood priced from $850. Whispering Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $856. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mercer apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patrician Terrace Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$850
Whispering Oaks1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$856
Sunrise Luxury Apartments33G503BR,2BA$945
Bradford ChaseThe Hampton1BR,1BA$995
The Oaks at JacksonThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mercer, TN and Nearby

As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mercer area is the $1.06 price per square foot C1 Model at Camellia Trace in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Mercer apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Pointe at 731 starting at $1,325 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Downtown Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mercer apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Camellia TraceC13BR,2BA$1.06
The Pointe at 731Three Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.99
Sunrise Luxury Apartments33G503BR,2BA$0.77
Suites of LarueModel2A2BR,2BA$1.00
The Pointe at BoardwalkTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.96
The Pointe at Ridge Cove2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Chapel Ridge Jackson3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.20
Riverbrook Luxury Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.19
Whispering Oaks1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.13
Patrician Terrace Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$1.16

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mercer

What type of rentals are currently available in Mercer?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Mercer, TN with pricing that ranges from $685 to $3,037. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mercer ranging from $800 to $2,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mercer ranges from $800 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,334.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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