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1843 Fairhaven Rd

128 Cedar St
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285 Central Ave

124 Smith St

250 W Merrick Rd
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Merrick, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merrick?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merrick 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,280 | $2,600 | $4,000 |
Merrick 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,100 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Merrick 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,004 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
Merrick 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,531 | $5,795 | $10,000+ |
Merrick 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,250 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
Merrick 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,150 | $7,500 | $8,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merrick, NY
Pricing Updated: 07/22/2025Current 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 |
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North Merrick | $3,479 | $1,795 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Merrick Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrick, NY is a Studio unit found at Bergen Apartments in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood priced from $1,469. 45 Broadway in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrick apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bergen Apartments | S1 - 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
45 Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
76 S Bergen Pl | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrick, NY and Nearby
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrick area is the $3.40 price per square foot 2572 Merrick Rd Model at 2572 Merrick Rd, Unit C in the in the South Wantagh neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Merrick apartment is the STUDIO Model at 76 S Bergen Pl starting at $1,995 with a $2.08 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. |
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2572 Merrick Rd, Unit C | 2572 Merrick Rd | 3BR,1BA | $3.40 |
76 S Bergen Pl | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.10 |
Bergen Apartments | S1 - 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
45 Broadway | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrick
What type of rentals are currently available in Merrick?
There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Merrick, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $5,850. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merrick ranging from $850 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merrick?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merrick ranges from $850 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,108.
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