
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

76 S Bergen Pl
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45 Broadway

South Ocean House

153 Lakewood Ave

2262 Centre Ave

2492-2500 N Jerusalem Rd

Centennial Gardens
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650 Newbridge Rd

East Meadow Townhouses

649 Nassau Rd

2025 Bellmore Ave

684 Virginia Ave
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95 N Columbus Ave

Seasons at East Meadow
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 | $2,815 | $1,800 | $3,376 |
| North Merrick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,639 | $3,299 | $3,830 |
| North Merrick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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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 $2,795. 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 42 - 1BR/1Bth 600 sf. | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $3,299 |
| Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merrick, NY
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Merrick area is the $3.90 price per square foot 2BR Model at Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ in the in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood starting from $3,299. The second greatest value North Merrick apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 Model at Onyx starting at $3,805 with a $4.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Uniondale 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.50 |
| 636 Hoover St, Unit Lower level | 636 Hoover St | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 45 Broadway | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| Fairfield Square at East Meadow | Residence 40- 1 BR/1 Bth 670 sf. | 1BR,1BA | $4.78 |
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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 $2,795, while the average apartment in North Merrick costs $3,815.
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 4 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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