
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merrimack County, NH from $800 (26 Rentals)
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69 School St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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39 S Village Rd, Unit D, Unit D

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77 Warren Street

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Merrimack County, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrimack County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack County Studio Apartments | $1,660 | $960 | $1,998 |
| Merrimack County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $1,200 | $2,430 |
| Merrimack County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,450 | $3,500 |
| Merrimack County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $1,850 | $3,250 |
| Merrimack County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Merrimack County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrimack County, NH is a Studio unit found at Webster Heights priced from $960. Pembroke Road Apartments in the Historic DIstrict neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,586. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrimack County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webster Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Pembroke Road Apartments | 2BR1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,586 |
| The Railyard | 2BD/1BA/60 | 2BR,1BA | $1,586 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | Oak Creek 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Borough Road | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| University Heights | Cornell | Studio,1BA | $1,777 |
| Pinewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 2-3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrimack County, NH
As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merrimack County area is the $1.54 price per square foot Cottage Model at White Rock Senior Living Community in the in the Bow Junction neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Merrimack County apartment is the 87 Rumford St Model at 87 Rumford St, Unit 4 starting at $2,500 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Historic DIstrict neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrimack County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Rock Senior Living Community | Cottage | 3BR,3BA | $1.54 |
| 87 Rumford St, Unit 4 | 87 Rumford St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| 27 Union St, Unit 5 | 27 Union St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 41 Perley St | 41 Perley St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Pembroke Road Apartments | 2BR1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 21 Charles St, Unit B | 21 Charles St | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Railyard | 2BD/1BA/60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | Oak Creek 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Borough Road | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Pinewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 2-3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrimack County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merrimack County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merrimack County is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merrimack County?
The cheapest apartment in Merrimack County is University Heights which is listed at $2,001, while the average apartment in Merrimack County costs $3,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merrimack County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Merrimack County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Merrimack County?
Cheap apartments in Merrimack County have an average cost of $132 which is $3,468 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merrimack County.
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