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314 Mecherle DrBloomington, IL 61701
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Merna, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merna Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merna, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood priced from $515. Ironwood Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $741. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merna apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$515
Ironwood Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$741
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$780
Arbors at EastlandThe Oak1BR,1BA$795
1-7 Keisha Drive1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL and Nearby

As of March 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merna area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3BR/ 1BA Loft Model at East Douglas Apartments in the in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Merna apartment is the All units Model at 3 Stortz Dr starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merna apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
East Douglas Apartments3BR/ 1BA Loft3BR,1BA$0.83
3 Stortz DrAll units2BR,2BA$1.17
Wingover Luxury Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
Currency Commons Apartments2B2B2BR,2BA$1.10
701 FranklinApt 24BR,2BA$0.55
Ekstam Apartments2 Beds 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.00
Lincoln Square Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse.2BR,1.5BA$1.03
BayOak ApartmentsBayberry | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.18
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.70
Briarwood II2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merna Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merna?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merna is at Washington Senior Apartments listed at $515.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merna Apartment is $548 at Washington Senior Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merna is starting from $819 at 717 Fairmont Apartments.

What is the most affordable Merna Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merna Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at East Douglas Apartments and starts from $1,000.

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