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Houses for Rent in Merriam, KS

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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a tiled floor.
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    10510 W 90Th St, Overland Park, KS 66214
    4 BEDS $2,050
  • A small house with a porch is surrounded by trees.
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    1623 South 16Th Street, Kansas City, KS 66103
    3 BEDS $2,000
  • a kitchen with white appliances and a granite counter top
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    9959 GODDARD St, OVERLAND PARK, KS 66214
    5 BEDS $2,210
  • 9951 Parkhill Road 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    9951 Parkhill Road, Lenexa, KS 66215
    3 BEDS $2,630
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and black countertops.
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    400 E 65Th St, Kansas City, MO 64131
    3 BEDS $2,750
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  • A white house with a black roof and a flag on the front.
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    11 East 85Th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
    3 BEDS $1,800
  • A white oven and dishwasher in a modern kitchen.
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    2728 Holly St, Kansas City, MO 64108
    2 BEDS $1,800
  • a living room with a fireplace and beige carpet
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    6220 Tracy Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
    2 BEDS $1,260
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a marble backsplash.
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    2636 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64108
    3 BEDS $2,000
  • A white house with a black roof is available for sale.
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    1453 East 66Th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64131
    3 BEDS $2,100
  • A house with a black roof and white trim is shown with a car parked in front.
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    5216 Highland Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
    3 BEDS $2,100
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  • a house with a driveway and a garage door
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    Various Locations, Shawnee, KS 66218
    3 BEDS $3,250
    4 BEDS $3,750
  • A kitchen with a refrigerator and a window.
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    1914 Wood Ave, Kansas City, KS 66104
    3 BEDS $1,450
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1500 N 74Th Street, Kansas City, KS 66112
    3 BEDS $1,475+
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  • A house with a stone wall in front.
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    4027 Chestnut Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64130
    5 BEDS $2,250
  • A kitchen with a bar stool and a chair in front of a counter.
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    6405 Haskell Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66104
    3 BEDS $1,800
  • A kitchen with granite countertops and white cabinets.
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    5112 Edith Ave, Kansas City, KS 66104
    3 BEDS $1,350
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  • A living room with a couch and a window.
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    2319 N 85Th St, Kansas City, KS 66109
    3 BEDS $4,000
  • A kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a black refrigerator.
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    532 Forest Avenue Apt 2, Kansas City, MO 64106
    2 BEDS $1,650
  • 15102 131St Street 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    15102 131St Street, Olathe, KS 66062
    3 BEDS $2,960
  • a living room with carpet and a door to a bedroom
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    2448 Norton Ave, Kansas City, MO 64127
    3 BEDS $1,570
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    7508 E 50Th Terr, Kansas City, MO 64129
    3 BEDS $1,225
  • A kitchen with a tiled floor and a stove top oven.
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    9220 Oakland Ave, Kansas City, MO 64138
    3 BEDS $1,365
  • a living room with carpet and a ceiling fan
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    4941 Wallace Ave, Kansas City, MO 64129
    4 BEDS $1,605
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove and refrigerator
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    8813 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64138
    3 BEDS $1,446
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Merriam, KS rent trends

Rental prices in Merriam, KS have increased by 4.08% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,368 to $1,423.

Check out the average rent prices in Merriam by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Merriam, KS is $1,423.

Average rent in Merriam, KS

$1,423/mo Merriam, KS average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Merriam, KS is $1,423.

    What's the typical rent budget in Merriam, KS?

    About 30% of apartment rents in Merriam, KS range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 5% of apartments. Around 60% of Merriam’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 4% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 2% of apartment rentals in Merriam are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Merriam, KS (60%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Merriam, KS

    38 /100
    Car-Dependent
    35 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 38, Bike Score®: 35

    Frequently asked questions

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Merriam, KS?

    Renting a house in Merriam, KS comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Merriam, KS?

    Houses for rent in Merriam, KS are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Merriam, KS

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 25 homes for rent in Merriam, KS. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Merriam, KS for rental homes start at $1,225. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $4,000 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 25 houses listed in Merriam, KS, with prices ranging from $1,225 to $4,000 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!