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HERITAGE HEIGHTS AT ABILENE

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Merkel, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merkel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merkel Studio Apartments | $787 | $745 | $905 |
Merkel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $882 | $383 | $1,772 |
Merkel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $450 | $2,127 |
Merkel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $1,150 | $2,180 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merkel, TX
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Merkel, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Merkel Apartments for rent:
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Cheapest Available Merkel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merkel, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Landmark at Abilene in the River Oaks Brookhollow neighborhood priced from $363. Mustang Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $711. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merkel apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Landmark at Abilene | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $363 |
Mustang Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $711 |
Newport Village | The Andover | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merkel, TX and Nearby
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merkel area is the $0.97 price per square foot B1 Model at Bel Air Springs in the in the River Oaks Brookhollow neighborhood starting from $870. The second greatest value Merkel apartment is the TC 60% Model at Residence at Autumn Sage, The starting at $1,006 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Far Southside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merkel apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bel Air Springs | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Residence at Autumn Sage, The | TC 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Bel Air Estates | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Sunset Villas | Upgraded 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Cedar Creek Apartment Homes | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Velta Villas | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Mustang Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Landmark at Abilene | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
Copper Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom (Income Restrictions Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Aspen Place | 1BR/1BA - Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Getting Around Merkel, TX
Walk Score®
15 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merkel Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merkel?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merkel is at Bel Air on 25th listed at $785.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merkel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merkel Apartment is $363 at Landmark at Abilene.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merkel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merkel is starting from $429 at Landmark at Abilene.
What is the most affordable Merkel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merkel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Apartment Homes and starts from $1,095.
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