
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL from $500 (22 Rentals)
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717 Fairmont Apartments

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East Douglas Apartments

502 E Locust St
Merna, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merna?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merna Studio Apartments | $1,829 | $515 | $4,666 |
Merna 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $548 | $6,772 |
Merna 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $819 | $9,099 |
Merna 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $795 | $2,400 |
Merna 4 Bedroom Apartments | $913 | $750 | $1,975 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $515 |
Ironwood Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $741 |
Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Arbors at Eastland | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
1-7 Keisha Drive | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merna, IL and Nearby
As of March 16, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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East Douglas Apartments | 3BR/ 1BA Loft | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
3 Stortz Dr | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Wingover Luxury Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Currency Commons Apartments | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
Ekstam Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Lincoln Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
BayOak Apartments | Bayberry | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.70 |
Briarwood II | 2 bedroom | 2BR,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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