
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Merrick Neighborhood of Merrick, NY from $1,800 (20 Rentals)
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1576 Maeder Ave

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Onyx

Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+

Fairfield Square at East Meadow

45 Broadway
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76 S Bergen Pl

South Ocean House

153 Lakewood Ave

2262 Centre Ave

Centennial Gardens

2492-2500 N Jerusalem Rd
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East Meadow Townhouses

650 Newbridge Rd

2510 N Jerusalem Ave

649 Nassau Rd

2025 Bellmore Ave

Seasons at East Meadow
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684 Virginia Ave

95 N Columbus Ave
North Merrick, Merrick, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Merrick?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Merrick Studio Apartments | $1,945 | $1,895 | $1,995 |
| North Merrick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,864 | $2,000 | $3,293 |
| North Merrick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,538 | $2,865 | $3,687 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Merrick Neighborhood of Merrick, NY.
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Cheapest Available North Merrick Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Merrick area of Merrick, NY is a Studio unit found at 45 Broadway priced from $1,895. Fairfield Square at East Meadow has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,875. Here are the most affordable North Merrick apartments for rent in Merrick, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Fairfield Square at East Meadow | Residence 28 1BR/1 BTH 640sf | 1BR,1BA | $2,875 |
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
| Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,657 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merrick, NY
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Merrick area is the $4.33 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 Model at Onyx in the in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood starting from $3,657. The second greatest value North Merrick apartment is the Residence 28 1BR/1 BTH 640sf Model at Fairfield Square at East Meadow starting at $2,875 with a $4.49 price per square foot in the Barnum Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North 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 | $4.33 |
| Fairfield Square at East Meadow | Residence 28 1BR/1 BTH 640sf | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
| 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 North Merrick Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Merrick?
The cheapest apartment in North Merrick is Fairfield Square at East Meadow which is listed at $2,875, while the average apartment in North Merrick costs $3,657.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 North Merrick that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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