Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL from $500 (26 Rentals)

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314 Mecherle
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

314 Mecherle

314 Mecherle DrBloomington, IL 61701
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717 Fairmont
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

717 Fairmont

717 Fairmont DrBloomington, IL 61704
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2 Curtis Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Curtis Ct

2 Curtis CtNormal, IL 61761

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101 Northfield DrNormal, IL 61761
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Merna, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merna Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merna, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood priced from $546. Ironwood Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $766. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merna apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$546
Ironwood Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$766
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$806
Arbors at EastlandThe Oak1BR,1BA$835
CollegePlace Uptown2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$840
East Douglas Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$900
Parkway Court Apartments1 bedroom/1 bath apartment1BR,1BA$900
Lincoln Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$939
300 Shelbourne1/11BR,1BA$973
Briarwood II2BR Bay Window with Luxury Plank Flooring2BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL and Nearby

As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merna area is the $0.58 price per square foot 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $889. The second greatest value Merna apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Townhouse Model at Lincoln Square Apartments starting at $1,090 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Merna apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Social on Hovey4 Balcony Renovated4BR,4BA$0.58
Lincoln Square Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$0.90
East Douglas Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$0.75
3 Stortz DriveAll units2BR,2BA$1.08
Rainbow East Luxury Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.18
701 FranklinApt 24BR,2BA$0.55
Currency Commons Apartments2B2B2BR,2BA$1.14
Ekstam Apartments2 Beds 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.14
Lincoln Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.03
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merna Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merna?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merna is at Washington Senior Apartments listed at $546.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merna Apartment is $578 at Washington Senior Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merna is starting from $840 at CollegePlace Uptown.

What is the most affordable Merna Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merna Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Square Apartments and starts from $1,090.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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