
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Merrill, IA from $760 (50 Rentals)
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Valley Park Apartments

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Interstate Apartments

Country Estates of Morningside

Chambers

East Edge Apartments

Prairie Dunes

635 8th Ave SW

Clifton Estates
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Urbane 1220

Country Club Apartments

Indian Hills

Woodbury Heights

Pearl Street

Ridge Oaks

601 W 2ND ST, Unit A

447 N Plum St

The Arbors
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Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Copper Flats

McCook Apartments

509 West 1st Street, Unit 1

Woodland Hills

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Riverfront Apartments

Avenue East

Floyd River Flats

Benson Lofts

Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)
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The Bluebird Flats

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RiverPointe Apartments

Badgerow Flats

Prairiewood Apartments and Townhomes

2800 Flatwater Crossing Apartments

River Drive Townhomes

Lakewood Apartments and Townhomes

5th Street Lofts

309 1st St SE

Willow Creek Place
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Bekins Luxury Lofts

Ridgewood Apartments

421 Prentis Ave

Le Mars Estates

River Valley Apartments

Five Sons Apartments

1124 W 19th St

1601 S Alice St

2223 Douglas St

120 W Dartmouth St
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Merrill, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrill Studio Apartments | $991 | $760 | $1,380 |
| Merrill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $800 | $2,430 |
| Merrill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $850 | $2,262 |
| Merrill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $1,120 | $2,988 |
| Merrill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $1,498 | $1,498 |
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Cheapest Available Merrill Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrill, IA is a Studio unit found at District 42 Apartments & Townhomes priced from $765. Chambers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrill apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| District 42 Apartments & Townhomes | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Chambers | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| East Edge Apartments | Woodbury | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 635 8th Ave SW | ONE BED ROOM APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Urbane 1220 | Acadian | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| The Arbors | Sapling | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| McCook Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Avenue East | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Virginia Square Apartments (100-103) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrill, IA and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merrill area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms / 2 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome Model at Gatewood Estates in the starting from $1,660. The second greatest value Merrill apartment is the 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath Model at River Drive Townhomes starting at $1,200 with a $0.92 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatewood Estates | 3 Bedrooms / 2 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| River Drive Townhomes | 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.92 |
| Woodbury Heights | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Prairiewood Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Ridge Oaks | Evergreen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| Floyd River Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Bluebird Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Chambers | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Bekins Luxury Lofts | 1BR Small - BL | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merrill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merrill is at District 42 Apartments & Townhomes listed at $765.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrill Apartment is $797 at Bekins Luxury Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merrill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merrill is starting from $850 at Chambers.
What is the most affordable Merrill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merrill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at East Edge Apartments and starts from $1,120.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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