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140 Merchant St #1, Abilene, TX 79603, USA|Cobb Park Area
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More space- High school nearby
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Social life
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Amenities for 140 Merchant St #1, Cobb Park Area
Apartment Amenities
| Furnished | Natural Gas |
| Utilities Included | Window Units |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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About 140 Merchant St #1
Property Status: Active ALL BILLS PAID & SHORT TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE! Spacious 1 bed, 1 bath PARTIALLY FURNISHED unit close to downtown Abilene, SoDA District, Hendricks North, Convention Center, shopping and dining. There is a small area that could be used as an office. ALL utilities paid. Perfect for someone needing a short term rental or all bills paid rental. All you have to bring is yourself and your personal belongs. Food and toiletries not provided. Cleaning and laundry services NOT provided. Resident is expected to keep the home clean and in good repair. Small pet considered with additional deposit. PET SCREENING A PART OF APPLICATION PROCESS FOR ALL APPLICANTS. If you're looking for something for six months or longer, this one is for you! Resident to verify square footage, school districts, bus routes, and any other information deemed important to the resident. All measurements are rounded. Copyright © 2026 North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 140 Merchant St, Abilene, TX 79603, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 717 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.8 miles away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Pool
- Pool access available at this location
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2.2 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cobb Park Area |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 79603 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cobb Park Area
1-bedroom apartments at 140 Merchant St #1 cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Abilene.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Cobb Park Area
Abilene
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $793 |
| December 2024 | $790 |
| January 2025 | $762 |
| February 2025 | $798 |
| March 2025 | $756 |
| April 2025 | $768 |
| May 2025 | $800 |
| June 2025 | $805 |
| July 2025 | $840 |
| August 2025 | $893 |
| September 2025 | $879 |
| October 2025 | $907 |
| November 2025 | $914 |
| December 2025 | $916 |
| January 2026 | $989 |
| February 2026 | $1,005 |
| March 2026 | $1,010 |
| April 2026 | $987 |
| May 2026 | $1,020 |
| June 2026 | $1,000 |
| July 2026 | $1,057 |
| August 2026 | $1,057 |
| September 2026 | $1,098 |
| October 2026 | $1,095 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $700 |
| December 2024 | $698 |
| January 2025 | $655 |
| February 2025 | $689 |
| March 2025 | $686 |
| April 2025 | $695 |
| May 2025 | $695 |
| June 2025 | $731 |
| July 2025 | $700 |
| August 2025 | $695 |
| September 2025 | $800 |
| November 2025 | $800 |
| December 2025 | $850 |
| January 2026 | $850 |
| August 2026 | $985 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 140 Merchant St #1?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $1,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $950 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 140 Merchant St #1
Crockett Early Headstart
3282 s 13th
abilene, TX, 79605
PKPublic
Purcell Elementary School
3633 n 14th st
abilene, TX, 79603
K-5Public
C+
NEW HORIZONS ABILIENE
650 e hwy 80
abilene, TX, 79601
1-12Public
Long Early Learning Center
3600 sherry ln
abilene, TX, 79603
PKPublic
Wylie East El
7401 maple st
abilene, TX, 79602
K-3Public
A
Getting around Abilene near 140 Merchant St #1
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 140 Merchant St #1, Abilene
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
Other units at this address
140 Merchant St, Abilene, TX
140 Merchant St Abilene, TX
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2
2 Beds
1 Bath
$1,000
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