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Merritt, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merritt Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merritt, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Annika Place in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $950. Oak Tree Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merritt apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Annika PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Oak Tree Village ApartmentsTwo Bed Townhome2BR,1BA$1,075
The Flats at Carriage CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,081

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt, MI and Nearby

As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merritt area is the $1.18 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Brookside Commons in the starting from $1,485. The second greatest value Merritt apartment is the Cedar Model at Pines45 Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.48 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Merritt apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brookside CommonsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.18
Pines45 ApartmentsCedar2BR,2BA$1.48
Swede Hill Apartments3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.53
Ridge45 ApartmentsSolstice (Barrier-Free)2BR,2BA$1.68
Holiday Village Townhomes2 BED/1.5 BATH2BR,1.5BA$1.66
Alger Apartments2 Bedroom - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.46
Oak Tree Village ApartmentsTwo Bed Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.19
Walnut Knoll ApartmentsTwo bedroom apt2BR,1BA$1.43
Annika PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Rapids Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.59

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merritt Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merritt Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merritt Apartment is $1,081 at The Flats at Carriage Commons.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merritt is starting from $1,075 at Oak Tree Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable Merritt Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merritt Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookside Commons and starts from $1,485.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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