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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Peaceful retreat
  • Sparkling swimming pool
  • Walk-in closets
  • Plush carpeting
  • Fully-equipped kitchens
  • Private patios and balconies

Location

159 Merrimac Trl, Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA
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Property Overview

Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes is highlighted by its peaceful retreat atmosphere and impressive amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool and fully-equipped kitchens. With a strong overall Zumper rating of 7.9, it reflects a great price-value balance and excellent location convenience, scoring 9 out of 10 in both areas. Additionally, it fosters a vibrant community atmosphere and is recognized for its pet-friendly features, making it an appealing choice for diverse lifestyles.

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

7.9
Very Good
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,230 /mo
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes - 2 Bed 1.5 Bath A2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,335 /mo
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes - 3 Bed 2 Bath A3 bed2 bath1,300 sqft$1,525 /mo
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes - 3 Bed 2 Bath B3 bed2 bath1,425 sqft$1,705 /mo

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Amenities for Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes

Apartment Amenities

CarpetWalk-in Closet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Roof Deck

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool
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

Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

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HomeApartments in Williamsburg Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes

Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes is a charming rental community, providing 1, 2, and 3-bedroom affordable apartments for rent in Williamsburg, Virginia. Offering a peaceful retreat, Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes features a spacious floor plan, and refined apartment and community amenities, such as fully-equipped kitchens, plush carpeting, walk-in closets, private patios and balconies, sparkling swimming pool with a relaxing sundeck, and a beautiful picnic area. Call us today for the most desirable rental community in Williamsburg.


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
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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 Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes
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, Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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.
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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.
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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 Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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.
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes 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.

Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Social life

  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live 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 Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Williamsburg

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 21% lower than 1-bedrooms in Williamsburg.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes to be 19% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Williamsburg.

3-bedroom apartments at Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Williamsburg.

Median rents as of Dec 23 2023.
Williamsburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Williamsburg
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,250

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Can I afford to live at 159 Merrimac Trl?

Bedrooms

Rent-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

$49,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,230.
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Schools near Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes

Matthew Whaley Elementary School

301 scotland st

williamsburg, VA, 23185

K-5Public
B+

Laurel Lane Elementary School

112 laurel ln

williamsburg, VA, 23188

PK, K-5Public
B

Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School

3131 ironbound rd

williamsburg, VA, 23185

PK, K-5Public
B

D.J. Montague Elementary School

5380 centerville rd

williamsburg, VA, 23188

PK, K-5Public
B+

James River Elementary School

8901 pocahontas trail

williamsburg, VA, 23185

K-5Public
C+
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Getting around Williamsburg near 159 Merrimac Trl

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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 159 Merrimac Trl, Williamsburg

Groceries

5/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 15-minute walk.

Shopping

2/10
Few fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

3/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

High schools

3/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

Nightlife

1/10
No bars are within walking distance.

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