20 Hours Ago
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120 E 54th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
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Property Overview
Meadow Lane Apartments presents an impressive overall rating of 8.3 from Zumper, reflecting its strong value and excellent amenities. It achieves a perfect price rating of 10, highlighting its competitive pricing relative to features and location, which boasts a rating of 9 for unparalleled convenience. Additionally, with spacious two-bedroom units, the property stands out for its quality of living while maintaining a trustworthiness rating of 7, ensuring transparency in its offerings.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR Patio | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,034 sqft | $1,140 /mo | 1 unit available | very spacious and convenient |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 64 |
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About Meadow Lane Apartments
very spacious and convenient
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Meadow Lane Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meadow Lane 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.
Meadow Lane 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·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, Meadow Lane Apartments 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.
Meadow Lane 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 Meadow Lane 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.
Meadow Lane 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.
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 Meadow Lane Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Merrillville
2-bedroom apartments at Meadow Lane Apartments cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Merrillville.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Merrillville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $650 |
| December 2025 | $935 |
| January 2026 | $911 |
| February 2026 | $927 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$45,600/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,140.
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Schools near Meadow Lane Apartments
Henry P. Fieler Elementary School
407 w 61st ave
merrillville, IN, 46410
PK, K-4Public
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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
Eagle Park Community School
2150 w 97th pl
crown point, IN, 46307
K-12Public
Woodland Child Development Center
3027 j f mahoney dr
hammond, IN, 46323
PKPublic
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Getting around Merrillville near 120 E 54th Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 120 E 54th Ave, Merrillville
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Save-A-Lot
5420 Broadway
Strack & Van Til
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Ruler Foods
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Top Value
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Family Dollar
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Leona's Shoes & Purses
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Citi Trends
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Family Dollar
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Work Clothing Co Inc
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Dunkin'
5775 Broadway
Lake Station Donuts Inc
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Dunkin'
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Wholesale Donuts Inc
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Dunkin'
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Pool Hall
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Voodoo Lounge LLC
5060 Broadway
Bugsy's Tavern
4489 Broadway
Cedar Bar
4477 Cleveland St
Trendsetters Bar & Grill
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Barbara's Cupcake Creations & Cake
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Angel Cakes LLC
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Indiana Botanic Garden
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The Peach Cobbler Factory
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Meijer Bakery
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Pittman Square Park
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Glenwood Park
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MVP Foods
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Domino's
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Firemax Chicken
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First Wok
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Gary Metro Center
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