
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crescent Lake Neighborhood of Merrillville, IN from $1,100 (17 Rentals)
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Merrillville 4 Plexes

7436 Whitcomb St

7584 Whitcomb St

3876 W 73rd Ct
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4133 73rd Ave

7384 Whitcomb St

7438 Whitcomb St

7514 Whitcomb St

3951 76th Ln
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7618 Whitcomb St

Merrillville 4 Plexes

7420 Whitcomb St

7542 Whitcomb St

7556 Whitcomb St
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Hidden Creek

Harvest Grove Apartment Homes
Crescent Lake, Merrillville, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crescent Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $1,161 | $2,236 |
| Crescent Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,319 | $2,381 |
| Crescent Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,441 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Crescent Lake Neighborhood of Merrillville, IN.
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Cheapest Available Crescent Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crescent Lake area of Merrillville, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Harvest Grove Apartment Homes priced from $1,202. Whitcomb Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,319. Here are the most affordable Crescent Lake apartments for rent in Merrillville, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Colonial Invitational | 2BR,1BA | $1,319 |
| Hidden Creek | Bavarian | 2BR,1BA | $1,369 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crescent Lake, IN
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crescent Lake area is the $1.49 price per square foot Bavarian Model at Hidden Creek in the in the Crescent Lake neighborhood starting from $1,369. The second greatest value Crescent Lake apartment is the Hartford Open Model at Whitcomb Terrace Apartments starting at $1,545 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Turkey Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crescent Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Creek | Bavarian | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Hartford Open | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCrescent Lake, Merrillville, IN
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crescent Lake Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crescent Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crescent Lake is starting from $1,319 at Whitcomb Terrace Apartments.
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