
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merrillville, IN from $600 (7 Rentals)
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Merrillville, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrillville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Merrillville Studio Apartments | $1,294 | $850 | $1,739 |
Cheap Merrillville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $930 | $1,737 |
Cheap Merrillville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,767 | $1,020 | $2,499 |
Cheap Merrillville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,425 | $3,358 |
Cheap Merrillville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,072 | $1,750 | $6,394 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merrillville, IN
Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Merrillville, IN area range in price from $850 to $6,911 with an overall median price of $4,618. The three Merrillville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bon Aire at $850, Meadowdale at $850, and Chapel Manor at $930. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Merrillville Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Bon Aire | $1,460 | $850 | 16 |
Meadowdale | $1,750 | $850 | 17 |
Chapel Manor | $2,043 | $930 | 35 |
Old Merrillville | $2,043 | $1,150 | 31 |
Georgia Heights | $4,330 | $850 | 19 |
Crescent Lake | $6,911 | $1,150 | 11 |
Independence Hill | $6,911 | $1,150 | 6 |
Lottaville | $6,911 | $850 | 22 |
Southmoor | $6,911 | $930 | 41 |
Turkey Creek | $6,911 | $850 | 23 |
Cheapest Available Merrillville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrillville, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood Apartments in the Liverpool neighborhood priced from $930. The Ridge Apartments in the Liverpool neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrillville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Birchwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
The Ridge Apartments | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Meadowlane Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrillville, IN
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrillville area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 2100 N Main St in the in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Merrillville apartment is the 2BR/ 1BA Model at Meadowlane Apartments starting at $1,120 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Liverpool neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrillville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2100 N Main St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Meadowlane Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Fountain View Apartments | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Prairie Point Apartments | Birchwood Reserve (1st Floor) | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Hartford Open | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Huntington Cove Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Brickshire Apartments | The Lancaster 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Birchwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Hidden Creek | Danube | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
The Ridge Apartments | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Getting Around Merrillville, IN
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrillville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrillville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrillville Apartment is $930 at Birchwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merrillville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merrillville is starting from $1,020 at Birchwood Apartments.
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