
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crescent Lake Neighborhood of Merrillville, IN from $1,100 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Crescent Lake area of Merrillville.


Merrillville 4 Plexes

7436 Whitcomb St

4133 73rd Ave

7384 Whitcomb St

3876 W 73rd Ct

7584 Whitcomb St
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7420 Whitcomb St

7542 Whitcomb St

7438 Whitcomb St

7514 Whitcomb St

3951 76th Ln

7618 Whitcomb St
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7556 Whitcomb St

7636 Whitcomb St

3930 75th Pl

Merrillville 4 Plexes

7440 Whitcomb St

7654 Whitcomb St

Merrillville 4 Plexes
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4109 73rd Ave

7434 Whitcomb St

7302-7304 Morton St

4035 W 73rd Ave

Hidden Creek

Harvest Grove Apartment Homes

4951 W 82nd Ct
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8183 Mount Ct
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 | $1,393 | $1,161 | $1,740 |
| Crescent Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,319 | $1,819 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 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 $1,161. Hidden Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,259. 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-Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,161 |
| Hidden Creek | Danube | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Desert Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crescent Lake, IN
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crescent Lake area is the $1.37 price per square foot 1BD-Deluxe Model at Harvest Grove Apartment Homes in the in the Crescent Lake neighborhood starting from $1,163. The second greatest value Crescent Lake apartment is the Desert Classic Model at Whitcomb Terrace Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Desert Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Hidden Creek | Danube | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crescent Lake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crescent Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crescent Lake Apartment is $1,163 at Harvest Grove Apartment Homes.
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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