
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriman Neighborhood of Wayne, MI from $500 (5 Rentals)
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Merriman, Wayne, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merriman?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriman Studio Apartments | $901 | $875 | $949 |
| Merriman 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $750 | $1,364 |
| Merriman 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $850 | $1,603 |
| Merriman 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $1,100 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Merriman Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriman area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Newberry Square Apartments priced from $750. Wayne Tower Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Merriman apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newberry Square Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Wayne Tower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Westchester Towers | Studio 488 | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriman, MI
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriman area is the $1.19 price per square foot Premium Marquis Model at Hamlin Place Estates in the in the Merriman neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Merriman apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Pinewoods Circle starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Merriman neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriman apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamlin Place Estates | Premium Marquis | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Pinewoods Circle | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Wade Manor | Brenda | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Alexis Manor | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Midtown Square Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Parks at Concorde | Denali - Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Newberry Square Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Park Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Orchards of Newburgh Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| West Garden Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated-NC | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriman Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merriman?
The cheapest apartment in Merriman is Newberry Square Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Merriman costs $1,462.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merriman?
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 14 regular apartments in Merriman 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 Merriman?
Cheap apartments in Merriman have an average cost of $314 which is $1,148 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merriman.
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