
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merrill, IA from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Country Estates of Morningside

Valley Park Apartments

River Valley Apartments

Clifton Estates
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Horizon Apartments

Copper Flats

Indian Hills

East Edge Apartments

Interstate Apartments

Country Club Apartments

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Ridge Oaks

The Arbors

Pearl Street
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Bluebird Flats

Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

RiverPointe Apartments

2800 Flatwater Crossing Apartments

Avenue East
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McCook Apartments

907 5th St

15 Franklin St
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1458 S Linn St
Merrill, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merrill Studio Apartments | $992 | $900 | $1,330 |
Merrill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $750 | $1,635 |
Merrill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $820 | $1,995 |
Merrill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,095 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Merrill Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrill, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Valley Apartments priced from $850. Horizon Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrill apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River Valley Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Horizon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
East Edge Apartments | Woodbury | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
Urbane 1220 | Acadian | Studio,1BA | $943 |
Country Estates of Morningside | AC.2B.B/P | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
RiverPointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 753sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
2800 Flatwater Crossing Apartments | 1Bed/1Bath (2800 Flatwater) | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Northlake Apartments | Rushmore | 3BR,2BA | $1,076 |
Avenue East | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
McCook Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrill, IA and Nearby
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrill area is the $0.93 price per square foot Rushmore Model at Northlake Apartments in the starting from $1,076. The second greatest value Merrill apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Alderwood Model at Woodland Hills Townhomes starting at $1,325 with a $1.22 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. |
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Northlake Apartments | Rushmore | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
Woodland Hills Townhomes | 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Alderwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Glen Oaks by Broadmoor | Grandview | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Bluebird Flats | Louis | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Horizon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Avenue East | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Country Estates of Morningside | AC.2B.B/P | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
RiverPointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 744sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
River Valley Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Getting Around Merrill, IA
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrill Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrill Apartment is $850 at River Valley Apartments.
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 $900 at Horizon Apartments.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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