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Highlights

  • Central location
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Linen closet
  • Central air and heat
  • Spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment

Location

316 Mecherle Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
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Management

R4K, LLC

Leasing office

(309) 503-0901

Property Overview

Mecherle Drive Apartments offers a spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout with central air and heat, a central location, on-site laundry, off-street parking, and convenient storage like a linen closet. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3/10 and strong scores for price, amenities, and location, it delivers excellent value and everyday comfort. The community stands out for fitness and wellness access, pet-friendly conveniences, and a vibrant social scene supported by numerous nearby restaurants, mixed-use spaces, and essential services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Mecherle Drive Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mecherle Drive Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath700 sqft$975 /mo1 unit availableExperience the charm of this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, designed for both comfort and convenience. Enjoy generously sized rooms, a cozy dining area perfect for everyday living or entertaining, and a bathroom with a linen closet for extra storage. This home also features off-street parking, on-site laundry, and a central location close to shopping and dining, along with central air and heat for year-round comfort!

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Amenities for Mecherle Drive Apartments

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Mecherle Drive Apartments

HomeApartments in Bloomington Mecherle Drive Apartments

Experience the charm of this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, designed for both comfort and convenience. Enjoy generously sized rooms, a cozy dining area perfect for everyday living or entertaining, and a bathroom with a linen closet for extra storage. This home also features off-street parking, on-site laundry, and a central location close to shopping and dining, along with central air and heat for year-round comfort!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Mecherle Drive Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mecherle Drive Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Mecherle Drive Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Mecherle Drive Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Mecherle Drive Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mecherle Drive Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mecherle Drive Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Mecherle Drive Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Mecherle Drive Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Mecherle Drive Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • 103 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 190 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

Wellness

  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • There are 14 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 14 health/wellness centers nearby

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 Mecherle Drive Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Bloomington

1-bedroom apartments at Mecherle Drive Apartments cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Bloomington
A table of studio rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,024
August 2024$1,429
September 2024$1,002
October 2024$912
November 2024$943
December 2024$958
January 2025$939
February 2025$861
March 2025$877
April 2025$787
May 2025$774
June 2025$749
July 2025$714
August 2025$745
September 2025$725
October 2025$731
November 2025$804
December 2025$843
January 2026$860
February 2026$822
March 2026$858
April 2026$939
May 2026$807

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 316 Mecherle Dr?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near Mecherle Drive Apartments

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Bent Elementary School

904 n roosevelt ave

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
C+

Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education

1402 w olive st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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Getting around Bloomington near 316 Mecherle Dr

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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 316 Mecherle Dr, Bloomington

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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