Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merrionette Park East Neighborhood of Merrionette Park, IL from $800 (17 Rentals)

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Somerset Park II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Park II

3048 W 119th StMerrionette Park, IL 60803
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Montclair Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Montclair Manor

11625-57 S Pulaski RdAlsip, IL 60803
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10206 S Walden Pky
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10206 S Walden Pky

10206 S Walden PkyChicago, IL 60643
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Islander Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Islander Apartments

1819-1837 Canal StBlue Island, IL 60406
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10918 S Kilpatrick
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10918 S Kilpatrick

10918 Kilpatrick AveOak Lawn, IL 60453
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3225 W 111th
1 Bedroom Apartments

3225 W 111th

3225 W 111thChicago, IL 60655
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Somerset Park I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Park I

4127 W 127th StAlsip, IL 60803
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Merrionette Park East, Merrionette Park, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merrionette Park East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merrionette Park East area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Meadow View Apartments priced from $1,073. Midpointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,204. Here are the most affordable Merrionette Park East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadow View Apartments2 Bedroom small2BR,1BA$1,073
Midpointe0 Bed 1 Bath 320 SFStudio,1BA$1,204
Orchard Estates ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
Woodland Court ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
2253-59 W. 111th St LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrionette Park East, IL

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrionette Park East area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2501 Grove St Model at 2501 Grove St, Unit #1 in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Merrionette Park East apartment is the 12613 Maple Ave Model at 12613 Maple Ave, Unit Unit 1 starting at $1,950 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrionette Park East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2501 Grove St, Unit #12501 Grove St2BR,1BA$1.63
12613 Maple Ave, Unit Unit 112613 Maple Ave3BR,1BA$1.63
11410 S Western Ave, Unit 3D11410 S Western Ave1BR,1BA$1.75
Orchard Estates ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.93
Woodland Court ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.07
Meadow View Apartments2 Bedroom small2BR,1BA$2.00
Midpointe0 Bed 1 Bath 320 SFStudio ,1BA$3.76

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merrionette Park East, Merrionette Park, IL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Merrionette Park East Neighborhood in Merrionette Park, IL

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrionette Park East Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merrionette Park East?

The cheapest apartment in Merrionette Park East is Orchard Estates Apartments which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Merrionette Park East costs $3,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merrionette Park East?

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 1 regular apartments in Merrionette Park East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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