Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Merrillville Neighborhood of Merrillville, IN from $1,000 (8 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Old Merrillville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Merrillville area of Merrillville, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at 2100 N Main St priced from $1,125. Evergreen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,260. Here are the most affordable Old Merrillville apartments for rent in Merrillville, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2100 N Main St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125
EvergreenA11BR,1BA$1,260
Vita on GrantA1BR,1BA$1,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Merrillville, IN

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Merrillville area is the $1.70 price per square foot The Mallard 3 BR 2 BA Model at Mallard Bay Apartments in the in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood starting from $2,331. The second greatest value Old Merrillville apartment is the Birchwood Reserve (1st Floor) Model at Prairie Point Apartments starting at $2,092 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Merrillville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mallard Bay ApartmentsThe Mallard 3 BR 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.70
Prairie Point ApartmentsBirchwood Reserve (1st Floor)2BR,1BA$2.14
Brickshire ApartmentsThe Wakefield 2 BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$2.00
Broadway Crossing Apartments272BR,1BA$1.87
Vita on GrantA1BR,1BA$1.78
2100 N Main St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.50
EvergreenA11BR,1BA$1.80

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Old Merrillville, Merrillville, and the greater Merrillville area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Merrillville Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Merrillville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Merrillville Apartment is $1,125 at 2100 N Main St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Merrillville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Merrillville is starting from $1,425 at 2100 N Main St.

What is the most affordable Old Merrillville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Merrillville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Evergreen and starts from $2,137.

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