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Merrillville, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merrillville, IN

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Merrillville, IN area range in price from $850 to $5,900 with an overall median price of $2,174. The three Merrillville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southmoor at $1,250, Georgia Heights at $850, and Chapel Manor at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Merrillville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Southmoor$1,550$1,2503
Georgia Heights$1,800$85043
Chapel Manor$1,940$1,2008
Bon Aire$1,950$89519
Lottaville$1,972$89519
Meadowdale$1,979$85029
Crescent Lake$2,600$1,9506
Independence Hill$2,600$1,2506
Turkey Creek$2,600$89515
Old Merrillville$2,750$1,2007

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. Tiberon Trails in the Liverpool neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $939. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrillville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Birchwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
Tiberon TrailsStudio CStudio,1BA$939
The Ridge ApartmentsFir1BR,1BA$975
Meadowlane Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$1,120
Harvest Grove Apartment Homes1BD-Small1BR,1BA$1,122

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrillville, IN

As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrillville area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2BR/ 1BA Model at Meadowlane Apartments in the in the Liverpool neighborhood starting from $1,120. The second greatest value Merrillville apartment is the 2BR / 1BA Model at Fountain View Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrillville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Meadowlane Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Fountain View Apartments2BR / 1BA2BR,1BA$1.31
2100 N Main St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
4420 W Ridge Rd, Unit Trailer4420 W Ridge Rd2BR,1BA$1.12
Vita on GrantA1BR,1BA$1.74
Huntington Cove ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.69
Harvest Grove Apartment Homes1BD-Small1BR,1BA$1.60
Birchwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Hidden CreekDanube Partial1BR,1BA$1.74
The Ridge ApartmentsFir1BR,1BA$1.50

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 Merrillville

What type of rentals are currently available in Merrillville?

There are currently 129 Apartments for Rent in Merrillville, IN with pricing that ranges from $930 to $13,416. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merrillville ranging from $850 to $5,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merrillville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merrillville ranges from $850 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,811.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merrillville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merrillville range from $1,495 to $3,018, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!