
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merna, IL from $1,200 (12 Rentals)
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305 Waverly Dr

1205 W Taylor St

1211 E Jefferson St

1217 N Linden St
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1001 S Hinshaw Ave

1910 S Morris Ave

1405 S Oak St

116 Conley Cir

29 Norwood Ave

404 E Poplar St
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1011 S Main St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Merna?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merna 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,851 | $1,200 | $2,699 |
Merna 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,879 | $1,200 | $2,450 |
Merna 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,190 | $1,800 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available Merna Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merna, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood priced from $770. Pinecrest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merna apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Pinecrest Apartments | Nest - Studio / 1BA | Studio,1BA | $790 |
Arbors at Eastland | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Brookridge Heights Apartments | Studio w/Balcony - Classic | Studio,1BA | $898 |
300 Shelbourne | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL and Nearby
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merna area is the $1.35 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Merna apartment is the 2/1.5 Model at Hershey Clearwater Townhomes starting at $1,399 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merna apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Class Act Realty | 4 Bedrooms or more | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
Hershey Clearwater Townhomes | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
3 Stortz Dr | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
East Douglas Apartments | 3BR/ 1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Arbour Walk Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
BayOak Apartments | Oakbrook | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
Ekstam Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Currency Commons Apartments | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merna
What type of rentals are currently available in Merna?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL with pricing that ranges from $510 to $9,281. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merna ranging from $1,200 to $2,699.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merna?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merna ranges from $1,200 to $2,699 with an average monthly rent of $1,803.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merna?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merna range from $805 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $755.
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