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Pet Friendly
Location
243 Merchant St, Abilene, TX 79603, USA|Cobb Park Area
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Property Overview
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 243 Merchant St, Cobb Park Area
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 243 Merchant St
Affordable two bedroom! Spacious rooms, fresh paint, a great yard to play in, and so much more! Don't miss this home! Rental Terms: Rent: $525, Application Fee: $45, Security Deposit: $400, Available Now Pet Policy: Cats allowed, Dogs allowed Contact us to schedule a showing.
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 243 Merchant St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.8 miles away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2.2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cobb Park Area |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 79603 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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One of a kind
We weren’t able to find any similar properties nearby.
Rent trends in Cobb Park Area
2-bedroom apartments at 243 Merchant St cost about 65% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Abilene.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Cobb Park Area
Abilene
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $996 |
| December 2024 | $995 |
| January 2025 | $995 |
| February 2025 | $1,011 |
| March 2025 | $1,046 |
| April 2025 | $1,095 |
| May 2025 | $1,085 |
| June 2025 | $1,089 |
| July 2025 | $1,109 |
| August 2025 | $1,086 |
| September 2025 | $1,114 |
| October 2025 | $1,220 |
| November 2025 | $1,249 |
| December 2025 | $1,295 |
| January 2026 | $1,266 |
| February 2026 | $1,313 |
| March 2026 | $1,302 |
| April 2026 | $1,300 |
| May 2026 | $1,417 |
| June 2026 | $1,495 |
| July 2026 | $1,448 |
| August 2026 | $1,498 |
| September 2026 | $1,500 |
| October 2026 | $1,508 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $878 |
| December 2024 | $907 |
| January 2025 | $907 |
| February 2025 | $865 |
| March 2025 | $725 |
| April 2025 | $911 |
| May 2025 | $912 |
| June 2025 | $873 |
| July 2025 | $1,010 |
| August 2025 | $1,021 |
| October 2025 | $970 |
| November 2025 | $1,108 |
| December 2025 | $1,071 |
| January 2026 | $1,095 |
| February 2026 | $1,400 |
| March 2026 | $1,400 |
| April 2026 | $1,400 |
| September 2026 | $1,466 |
| October 2026 | $1,500 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 8 years ago | $525 |
Schools near 243 Merchant St
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
Crockett Early Headstart
3282 s 13th
abilene, TX, 79605
PKPublic
Long Early Learning Center
3600 sherry ln
abilene, TX, 79603
PKPublic
Wylie East El
7401 maple st
abilene, TX, 79602
K-3Public
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Neighborhood
Cobb Park Area | Abilene, TX
Getting around Abilene near 243 Merchant St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for 243 Merchant St, Abilene
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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