
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merrick, NY from $1,000 (31 Rentals)
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45 Broadway

76 S Bergen Pl

194 Smith St, Unit 1 M

194 Smith St

986 Church St

74 Broadway
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1508 Park Ave

317 Bedford Ave

87-89-89 S Main St

460 Chester St

Freepark Apartments

33 Westbrook Ln

30 North Long Beach Avenue
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35 North Long Beach Avenue

48 South Long Beach Avenue

155 Pine Street

56 Broadway

56 North Long Beach Avenue

107 Fairview Ave

Bayview Apartments
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98 Brower Ave

40 Graffing Place

34 Elizabeth Ave

Pine Gardens

840 W Seaman Ave

Bellmore Manor Gardens

Grove Gardens
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One Jefferson Ave

275 Maple Ave

237 Porterfield Pl
Merrick, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrick?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Merrick Studio Apartments | $1,945 | $1,895 | $1,995 |
| Cheap Merrick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $2,000 | $3,357 |
| Cheap Merrick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,517 | $2,550 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Merrick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,387 | $3,000 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merrick, NY
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Merrick, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Merrick Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Merrick | $3,638 | $1,895 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Merrick Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrick, NY is a Studio unit found at 45 Broadway in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood priced from $1,895. Pine Gardens in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,465. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrick apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Pine Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,465 |
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
| Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,621 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrick, NY
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merrick area is the $4.29 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 Model at Onyx in the in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood starting from $3,621. The second greatest value Merrick apartment is the A1 Model at Pine Gardens starting at $2,465 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrick apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.29 |
| Pine Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 45 Broadway | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
| 14 Oakwood Ave, Unit 4 | 14 Oakwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrick Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merrick?
The cheapest apartment in Merrick is Pine Gardens which is listed at $2,465, while the average apartment in Merrick costs $3,638.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merrick?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Merrick that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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