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7709 Taft St, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
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Management

Prestige Management

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(219) 999-9237

Property Overview

7709 W Taft St offers a solid Zumper Expert Rating, indicating a favorable position in the market. Key pros include its desirable location and access to amenities, while notable features contribute to its overall appeal. This property showcases characteristics that enhance its attractiveness to potential renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
7709 W Taft St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath800 sqft$950 /mo1 unit availablePlease Read before calling- Qualifications: - -Monthly income must be 3x the rent -Minimum credit score of 550 - Any recent collections, repos, bankruptcies may cause denial - No evictions in past 5 years - No felonies in past 8 years -No Zillow apps 1 bedroom apartment in Merrillville, IN available NOW. This unit has a spacious living room, lots of storage closets, and ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. **This is the basement apartment** Prestige Management is one of the top ranked management companies in NWI. We offer flexible deposit options to qualified residents reducing their out of pocket move in charges as well as a benefit package with tons of perks and free money!! For criteria, open house dates, and applications, visit rentfromprestige. com

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HomeApartments in Merrillville 7709 W Taft St

Please Read before calling- Qualifications: - -Monthly income must be 3x the rent -Minimum credit score of 550 - Any recent collections, repos, bankruptcies may cause denial - No evictions in past 5 years - No felonies in past 8 years -No Zillow apps 1 bedroom apartment in Merrillville, IN available NOW. This unit has a spacious living room, lots of storage closets, and ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. **This is the basement apartment** Prestige Management is one of the top ranked management companies in NWI. We offer flexible deposit options to qualified residents reducing their out of pocket move in charges as well as a benefit package with tons of perks and free money!! For criteria, open house dates, and applications, visit rentfromprestige. com


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
7709 W Taft St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 7709 W Taft St
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 7709 W Taft St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
7709 W Taft St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7709 W Taft St 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.
7709 W Taft St 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 7709 W Taft St 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.
7709 W Taft St 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.

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 7709 W Taft St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 76 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Merrillville

1-bedroom apartments at 7709 W Taft St cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Merrillville.

Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Merrillville
A table of studio rental data trends in Merrillville
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$650
December 2025$935
January 2026$911
February 2026$921

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 7709 W Taft St

Jonas E. Salk Elementary School

3001 w 77th ave

merrillville, IN, 46410

PK, K-4Public
B

Eagle Park Community School

2150 w 97th pl

crown point, IN, 46307

K-12Public

Gary Virtual Academy

1800 e 35th ave

gary, IN, 46409

K-12Public

Golden Bear Preschool

1115 e state rd 44

shelbyville, IN, 46176

PK, KPublic

Woodland Child Development Center

3027 j f mahoney dr

hammond, IN, 46323

PKPublic
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Getting around Merrillville near 7709 Taft St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 7709 Taft St, Merrillville

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 7709 Taft St

Supermercado Mi Poblanita
7895 Taft St
Gordon Food Service Store
1601 W 81st Ave
Meijer
611 W Lincoln Hwy
ALDI
10 W Lincoln Hwy
Costco Wholesale
1310 E 79th Ave

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