Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merrill, WI from $500 (46 Rentals)

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Country Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Meadows

2401 W Jackson StMerrill, WI 54452
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SCS Fox Point
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

SCS Fox Point

1901 E 14th StMerrill, WI 54452
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Alexander Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alexander Estates

2015 Webster StMerrill, WI 54452
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Northside Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Northside Estates

2401 Semling DrMerrill, WI 54452
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property at 209 W Pine St

$1,025

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property at 401 Cedar St

$1,150

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property at 409 Cedar St

$1,150

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409 Cedar St

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property at 123 W Pine St

$1,200

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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123 W Pine St

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Merrill, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merrill Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrill, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood priced from $618. Diamonds Edge in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview Towers and Riverview TerraceRiverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$618
Diamonds Edge1 bd Upper1BR,1BA$645
City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Wausau Columns Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$720
Trolley Quarter Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Landmark1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$800
Park City Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Lower2BR,1BA$860
SCS Merrill Apartment CommunitySeason 1 BR Upper1BR,1BA$865
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$875
Kannenberg Plaza1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrill, WI and Nearby

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merrill area is the $1.36 price per square foot Fulton 3 BR Upper Model at SCS Fox Point in the starting from $1,585. The second greatest value Merrill apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Upper Split Model at Webster Street Estates starting at $1,310 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SCS Fox PointFulton 3 BR Upper3BR,2BA$1.36
Webster Street Estates2 Bedroom 2 Bath Upper Split2BR,2BA$1.22
Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes2bed 1 bath lower2BR,1BA$1.00
Whispering Pines3 Bedroom Apt3BR,1BA$1.18
River Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Park City Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Lower2BR,1BA$0.91
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.18
Diamonds Edge1 bd Upper1BR,1BA$1.06
City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Wausau Columns Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 Foundry on 3rd listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrill Apartment is $618 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

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 $699 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

What is the most affordable Merrill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merrill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westside Commons and starts from $1,170.

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