
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mertz Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $400 (36 Rentals)
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The Grande at Brookley

The Flats at Midtown

The Estates At Lafayette Square

Rondo Apartments

Hillcrest Estates

Coastal Pointe

Crossings at Pinebrook

Maison
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Clearview Apartments

8 S Reed Ave

Brookhaven Apartments

The Hamptons at Pine Bend

Midtown 250

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Pleasant Valley Court

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Eastwyck Apartments

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Bay Towne

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Bird's Nest Apartments

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Murray Hill Commons

Heron Lakes Apartments

Briarwood Apartments

The Retreat at Pleasant Valley

Azalea Pointe Apartments

Palmier Apartments

Heritage Oaks @ Virginia (Section 8)
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Mertz, Mobile, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mertz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mertz Studio Apartments | $1,536 | $1,349 | $1,723 |
| Mertz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $695 | $2,345 |
| Mertz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $735 | $2,785 |
| Mertz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $825 | $2,818 |
| Mertz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,907 | $3,370 | $4,639 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mertz Neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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Cheapest Available Mertz Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mertz area of Mobile, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Montlimar priced from $695. The Estates At Lafayette Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $782. Here are the most affordable Mertz apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montlimar | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| The Estates At Lafayette Square | York | 1BR, 1BA | $782 |
| Hillcrest Estates | HE2 | 2BR, 1BA | $796 |
| Coastal Pointe | 1AGa | 1BR, 1BA | $830 |
| Crossings at Pinebrook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $832 |
| Maison | De Ville 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $849 |
| Bay Terrace | 2x1.5 TH | 850sf | 2BR, 1BA | $850 |
| Clearview Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Brookhaven Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $879 |
| The Hamptons at Pine Bend | Heritage | 1BR, 1BA | $883 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mertz, AL
As of September 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mertz area is the $0.97 price per square foot 1303sf Model at Bel Air in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Mertz apartment is the 3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM Model at Midtown Oaks Townhomes in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood starting at $1,395 with a $1.07 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mertz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air | 1303sf | 2BR, 2BA | $0.97 |
| Midtown Oaks Townhomes | 3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM | 3BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| Rondo Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.78 |
| PROMOTION- Heritage Oaks @ Navco | Enhanced Upgrade | 2BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
| Portofino Apartments | The Lighthouse | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Cottonwood Senior Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| The Flats at Midtown | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Crossings at Pinebrook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
| PROMOTION - Heritage Oaks @ Wakefield | Enhanced Upgrade | 2BR, 1BA | $1.14 |
| Montlimar | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mertz Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mertz Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mertz Apartment is $695 at Montlimar.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mertz Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mertz is starting from $796 at Hillcrest Estates.
What is the most affordable Mertz Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mertz Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Flats at Midtown and starts from $917.
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