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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Off-street parking
- Carport
- Beautiful hardwood floors
- Newer carpeting
- Cozy comfort
Location
316 Mecherle Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
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Property Overview
Mecherle Drive Apartments receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, showcasing its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, rated 9 out of 10. Located in a vibrant neighborhood with ample dining and social options, it offers great convenience and a high quality of life, reflected in its location rating of 9. The property is also recognized for its pet-friendly environment, enhanced by nearby pet services and a diverse community.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $925 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring beautiful hardwood floors in the living room and newer carpeting in the bedrooms for cozy comfort. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking with a carport and hassle-free on-site laundry. Perfectly suited for comfortable living, this home blends classic charm with practical amenities. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours! |
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Amenities for Mecherle Drive Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Tenant Pays All Utilities |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK |
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
Dog policy
| Not Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
1 pet maximum.
Building details
Property details
| Units | 24 |
|---|
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About Mecherle Drive Apartments
Welcome to this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring beautiful hardwood floors in the living room and newer carpeting in the bedrooms for cozy comfort. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking with a carport and hassle-free on-site laundry. Perfectly suited for comfortable living, this home blends classic charm with practical amenities. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 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.
Price·10A 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 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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:
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
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- 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
2-bedroom apartments at Mecherle Drive Apartments cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.
Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Bloomington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,027 |
| November 2023 | $978 |
| December 2023 | $879 |
| January 2024 | $825 |
| February 2024 | $650 |
| March 2024 | $650 |
| April 2024 | $762 |
| May 2024 | $1,493 |
| 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 | $722 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 316 Mecherle Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$37,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $925.
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Schools near Mecherle Drive Apartments
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
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Internet available near Mecherle Drive Apartments
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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