
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merrill, IA from $800 (12 Rentals)
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421 Prentis Ave, Unit Basement

407 W 1st St

1029 Kim Ln

211 S Main St, Unit 211 Main St. #2

1411 Kayla Pl
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300 S Collins St

402 Main,

2809 Center St

205 E 4th St

309 1st St SE

207 E 4th St
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Merrill, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merrill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merrill 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,281 | $800 | $2,000 |
Merrill 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,613 | $900 | $2,050 |
Merrill 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $1,400 | $2,900 |
Merrill 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Merrill Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrill, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bekins Luxury Lofts priced from $697. Horizon Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrill apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bekins Luxury Lofts | 1BR Small | 1BR,1BA | $697 |
Horizon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Country Estates of Morningside | AC.2B.B/P | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Badgerow Flats | Chicago | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
1601 S Alice St | First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrill, IA and Nearby
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrill area is the $1.22 price per square foot Woodland Model at Ridge Oaks in the starting from $1,340. The second greatest value Merrill apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Alderwood Model at Woodland Hills Townhomes starting at $1,450 with a $1.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ridge Oaks | Woodland | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Woodland Hills Townhomes | 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Alderwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Gatewood Estates | 2 Bedrooms / 1 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Bluebird Flats | Louis | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Horizon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
1601 S Alice St | First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Country Estates of Morningside | AC.2B.B/P | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
RiverPointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 744sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Bekins Luxury Lofts | 1BR Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill
What type of rentals are currently available in Merrill?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Merrill, IA with pricing that ranges from $697 to $2,065. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merrill ranging from $800 to $2,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merrill?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merrill ranges from $800 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,748.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merrill?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merrill range from $1,118 to $1,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,224.
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