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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 $548. Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merna apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$548
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$770
Arbors at EastlandThe Oak1BR,1BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL and Nearby

As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merna area is the $1.27 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 4-bed/4-bath Model at The Social at Illinois State starting at $789 with a $0.53 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Class Act Realty4 Bedrooms or more4BR,2.5BA$1.27
The Social at Illinois State4-bed/4-bath4BR,4BA$0.53
Hershey Clearwater Townhomes3/1.5 (Remodel)3BR,1.5BA$1.17
East Douglas Apartments3BR/ 1BA3BR,1BA$1.00
3 Stortz DrAll units2BR,2BA$1.04
701 FranklinApt 24BR,2BA$0.55
Ekstam Apartments2 Beds 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.14
Wingover Luxury Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
The Social on Hovey2 Sunroom2BR,2BA$0.95
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,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 42 Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL with pricing that ranges from $548 to $10,000. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merna ranging from $795 to $4,500.

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 $795 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,267.

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 $849 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $789.

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