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Highlights
- Non-smoking
- 2 pet maximum
Location
22 Merchants Plz, Bangor, ME 04401, USA
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Property Overview
22 Merchant Plaza earns a strong overall impression with an 8/10 expert rating, driven by excellent scores for amenities, location, price, and trustworthiness. It offers standout value for the area, along with a non-smoking environment and a 2-pet maximum.
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- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available | BANGOR 2 BEDROOM!! Right in downtown Bangor! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment features hardwood flooring throughout and a tub/shower combination in the bathroom. The unit includes stainless steel appliances and has access to a garage. Located downtown and close to the waterfront, the property offers convenient urban living with easy access to nearby shops, restaurants, and waterfront paths. Professionally managed by Bangor Home Rentals. Here's some helpful information: • Requirements: Household income minimum between 3-3.5x monthly rent, a credit score of 620 or higher, no eviction filed against you in the last seven years, and no money owed to a past landlord or utility company. Smoking inside or directly outside of the building is strictly prohibited. View full requirements at https bangor-maine com tenants criteria • We are a paperless office, and you must have both an email address and a working cell phone number that can receive texts in order to rent with us. • Questions? Our friendly staff are standing by from 8am to 4pm on weekdays. Reach out by phone at 207-262-0199, or email at info@bangor-maine.com • Bangor Home Rentals is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider. |
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Amenities for 22 Merchant Plaza
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Hardwood Floor |
| Heating | Tub/Shower Combination |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stainless Steel Appliances | Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Neighborhood
| Close to Waterfront | Downtown |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
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Building details
Property details
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About 22 Merchant Plaza
BANGOR 2 BEDROOM!! Right in downtown Bangor! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment features hardwood flooring throughout and a tub/shower combination in the bathroom. The unit includes stainless steel appliances and has access to a garage. Located downtown and close to the waterfront, the property offers convenient urban living with easy access to nearby shops, restaurants, and waterfront paths. Professionally managed by Bangor Home Rentals. Here's some helpful information: • Requirements: Household income minimum between 3-3.5x monthly rent, a credit score of 620 or higher, no eviction filed against you in the last seven years, and no money owed to a past landlord or utility company. Smoking inside or directly outside of the building is strictly prohibited. View full requirements at https bangor-maine com tenants criteria • We are a paperless office, and you must have both an email address and a working cell phone number that can receive texts in order to rent with us. • Questions? Our friendly staff are standing by from 8am to 4pm on weekdays. Reach out by phone at 207-262-0199, or email at info@bangor-maine.com • Bangor Home Rentals is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider.
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 GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 22 Merchant Plaza is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 22 Merchant Plaza has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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, 22 Merchant Plaza 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.
22 Merchant Plaza goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to waterfront. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 22 Merchant Plaza 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.
22 Merchant Plaza 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 22 Merchant Plaza does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
22 Merchant Plaza 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 22 Merchant Plaza 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
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
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Bangor
2-bedroom apartments at 22 Merchant Plaza cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bangor.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Bangor
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $888 |
| October 2024 | $867 |
| November 2024 | $732 |
| December 2024 | $750 |
| January 2025 | $718 |
| February 2025 | $692 |
| March 2025 | $800 |
| April 2025 | $820 |
| May 2025 | $925 |
| June 2025 | $943 |
| July 2025 | $900 |
| August 2025 | $907 |
| September 2025 | $890 |
| October 2025 | $880 |
| November 2025 | $894 |
| December 2025 | $915 |
| January 2026 | $915 |
| February 2026 | $930 |
| March 2026 | $917 |
| April 2026 | $989 |
| May 2026 | $1,034 |
| June 2026 | $1,002 |
| July 2026 | $959 |
| August 2026 | $945 |
| September 2026 | $956 |
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Can I afford to live at 22 Merchants Plz?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$48,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 22 Merchant Plaza
Vine Street School
66 vine st
bangor, ME, 4401
PK, K-3Public
B
Fairmount School
58 thirteenth st
bangor, ME, 4401
4-5Public
B+
Newburgh Elementary School
2220 western ave
newburgh, ME, 4444
PKPublic
Indian Island School
10 wabanaki way
indian island, ME, 4468
K-8Public
Central Community Elementary School
118 main st
corinth, ME, 4427
PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Bangor near 22 Merchants Plz
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for 22 Merchants Plz, Bangor
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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