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Apartments for Rent in Merrillville, IN under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Merrillville, IN under $1200. 49 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with marble counter tops and white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    1240 W. 52Nd St., Merrillville, IN 46410
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  • a red brick house with a lawn in front of it
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    6088 CLEVELAND ST, MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
    2 BEDS $846+
  • a red brick house with a lawn in front of it
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    6950-60 JACKSON, MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
    2 BEDS $845
  • A kitchen area with a white refrigerator and wooden flooring.
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    1240 W 52Nd Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
    1 BED $1,050+
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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    402 W 14Th St, Hobart, IN 46342
    Income Restricted
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    2 BEDS $1,113
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  • a living room with two chairs and a table
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    51 West 10Th Street, Hobart, IN 46342
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a white refrigerator
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    400 N. Lake Park Ave, Hobart, IN 46342
    1 BED $1,060+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a tv
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    333 Neringa Lane, Hobart, IN 46342
    1 BED $1,040+
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • a building with a red awning on the side of a street
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    2800 Dekalb St, Lake Station, IN 46405
    STUDIO $350
    1 BED $850
    3 BEDS $995
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a fireplace
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    350 Fayette Street, Gary, IN 46403-2948
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    2 BEDS $1,120
    3 BEDS $542+
  • a red brick house with a lawn in front of it
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    IBIN_2_6827_WICKER, HAMMOND, IN 46323
    3 BEDS $1,200
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    3300 DENISE DRIVE, PORTAGE, IN 46368
    1 BED $1,045
    2 BEDS $1,175+
    3 BEDS $905
  • an empty living room with wooden floors and a window
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    5716 Calumet Avenue, Hammond, IN 46320
    1 BED $885
  • a red brick house with a lawn in front of it
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    4738 Northcote Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $945+
    3 BEDS $1,100
  • a living room with chairs and a table and a book shelf
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    3700 Eagle Nest Drive, Crete, IL 60417
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $811+
    2 BEDS $1,159+
  • 1223-1225 Beacon St 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1223-1225 Beacon St, East Chicago, IN 46312
    2 BEDS $895+
  • a red brick building on the side of a street
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    4301 Baring Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312
    1 BED $835
    2 BEDS $980
  • a large brick apartment building on the side of a street
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    17745 ROSEWOOD DRIVE, Lansing, IL 60438
    STUDIO $159+
    2 BEDS $162+
    3 BEDS $242+
  • a living room with leather furniture and a fireplace
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    2810 Winchester Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,136+
  • a living room with a white couch and turquoise curtains
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    1954 Memorial Drive, Calumet City, IL 60409
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $860
    2 BEDS $1,087
  • a living room with a fireplace and a rug
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    1 Thornwood Mall, University Park, IL 60484
    1 BED $1,134
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white dishwasher.
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    13215 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60627
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
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Getting around in Merrillville, IN

53 /100
Somewhat Walkable
38 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 53, Bike Score®: 38

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Merrillville, IN last updated?

Prices and availability in Merrillville, IN were last updated on 24 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Merrillville, IN?

The best apartments in Merrillville, IN are: Prairie Point Apartments, Brickshire Apartments, Huntington Cove Apartments, Nuvo Flats and Redwood Merrillville.

What type of rental buildings are in Merrillville, IN?

In Merrillville, 31% of the residents are renting compared to 69% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 16% of Merrillville’s rentals, 65% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Merrillville, IN under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in Merrillville, IN under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Merrillville, IN, where the average rent is $1,036 per month, there are 49 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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