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Landmark at Abilene
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Landmark at Abilene

1101 S 9th StAbilene, TX 79602
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Canterbury Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Canterbury Crossing

1250 Yeomans RdAbilene, TX 79602
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Sedona Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sedona Apartments

2601 Nonesuch RdAbilene, TX 79606
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Newport Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newport Village

3525 Rolling Green DrAbilene, TX 79606
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Mustang Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mustang Heights

815 E Arizona AveSweetwater, TX 79556
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Elmwood Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Elmwood Terrace

4026 S 7th StAbilene, TX 79605
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Southlake Villas
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southlake Villas

1826 County 111-1 RdAbilene, TX 79602
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Merkel, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merkel Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merkel, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Canterbury Crossing in the North Abilene neighborhood priced from $533. Sedona Apartments in the Chimney Rock Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merkel apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Canterbury CrossingB2-30%/30%2BR,2BA$533
Sedona ApartmentsA2U1BR,1BA$810
Heritage Heights at AbileneB22BR,2BA$956
Bel Air on 25thE1Studio,1BA$1,015
Summit at Abilene North Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1,038
Country Place ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1,055
Bel Air CreeksideBirch (A2)1BR,1BA$1,195
Sunscape Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Bel Air SpringsB12BR,1BA$1,459
Alps AbileneSummit2BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merkel, TX and Nearby

As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merkel area is the $1.59 price per square foot C2 Model at Bel Air Estates in the in the Chimney Rock Area neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Merkel apartment is the Western Wallflower (B5) Model at Bel Air West starting at $2,230 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the River Oaks Brookhollow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merkel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bel Air EstatesC23BR,2BA$1.59
Bel Air WestWestern Wallflower (B5)2BR,1.5BA$1.93
Bel Air on 25thTown22BR,1.5BA$1.78
Heritage Heights at AbileneB22BR,2BA$0.97
Bel Air SpringsB12BR,1BA$1.62
Canterbury CrossingB1-60%2BR,1BA$1.48
Bel Air CreeksideBirch (A2)1BR,1BA$1.81
Sedona ApartmentsA1U1BR,1BA$1.33
Sunscape Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.94
Country Place ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1.90

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merkel Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merkel Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merkel Apartment is $810 at Sedona Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merkel Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merkel is starting from $533 at Canterbury Crossing.

What is the most affordable Merkel Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merkel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Canterbury Crossing and starts from $611.

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

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

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

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