
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southmoor Neighborhood of Merrillville, IN from $900 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southmoor area of Merrillville.


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Maple Leaf Apartments

2100 N Main St
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Fountain View Apartments
Southmoor, Merrillville, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southmoor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southmoor Studio Apartments | $2,162 | $2,162 | $2,162 |
| Southmoor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $990 | $1,992 |
| Southmoor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,080 | $2,749 |
| Southmoor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,511 | $1,665 | $3,256 |
| Southmoor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,432 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southmoor Neighborhood of Merrillville, IN.
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Cheapest Available Southmoor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southmoor area of Merrillville, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood Apartments priced from $990. 2100 N Main St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Southmoor apartments for rent in Merrillville, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 2100 N Main St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Huntington Cove Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southmoor, IN
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southmoor area is the $1.85 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Merrillville in the in the Independence Hill neighborhood starting from $2,559. The second greatest value Southmoor apartment is the The Mallard 3 BR 2 BA Model at Mallard Bay Apartments starting at $2,401 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southmoor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Merrillville | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Mallard Bay Apartments | The Mallard 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Evergreen | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Maple Leaf Apartments | 2.2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Prairie Point Apartments | Birchwood Reserve (1st Floor) | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Fountain View Apartments | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Vita on Grant | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 2100 N Main St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Huntington Cove Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Birchwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthmoor, Merrillville, IN
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southmoor, Merrillville, IN
Homer Iddings Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southmoor Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southmoor Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southmoor Apartment is $990 at Birchwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southmoor Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southmoor is starting from $1,080 at Birchwood Apartments.
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