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72 Merchants Ave, Taftville, CT 06380, USA
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TMC Keywest

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(401) 490-9777

Property Overview

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 72-74 Merchants Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 72-74 Merchants Avenue 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$1,600 /mo1 unit available

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About 72-74 Merchants Avenue

Home 72-74 Merchants Avenue

72-74 Merchants Avenue cost $1,600 per month. Located at 72 Merchants Ave, Taftville, CT 06380, USA, 72-74 Merchants Avenue has 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Taftville, renting an apartment at 72-74 Merchants Avenue is 14% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Taftville include but are not limited to: 5153 Broadway, 438 Norwich Ave


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 72-74 Merchants Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 72-74 Merchants Avenue 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 72-74 Merchants Avenue
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.
72-74 Merchants Avenue 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 72-74 Merchants Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
72-74 Merchants Avenue 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 72-74 Merchants Avenue 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.
72-74 Merchants Avenue 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.

72-74 Merchants Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • 10 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • 4 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area

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 72-74 Merchants Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Taftville

3-bedroom apartments at 72-74 Merchants Avenue cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Taftville.

Median rents as of Aug 16 2025.
Taftville
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Taftville
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$1,566
May 2025$1,570
June 2025$1,400
July 2025$1,355
August 2025$1,333

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 72-74 Merchants Avenue

Bishop School Early Learning Center

526 east main st

norwich, CT, 6360

PKPublic

Lisbon Central School

15 newent rd

lisbon, CT, 6351

PK, K-8Public
B

Franklin Elementary School

206 pond rd

north franklin, CT, 6254

PK, K-8Public
B

Scotland Elementary School

68 brook rd

scotland, CT, 6264

PK, K-6Public
B-

Westerly Inclusion Preschool P

23 highland ave

westerly, RI, 2891

PKPublic
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Getting around Taftville near 72 Merchants Ave

Walking

3/10
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.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 72 Merchants Ave, Taftville

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 72 Merchants Ave

Starrwood Food Market
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