Located at 1718 W 55th Ave in Merrillville, Indiana, this single-floor, 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers a clean, modern aesthetic throughout. Light-toned luxury vinyl plank flooring runs consistently across the living spaces, complementing the neutral gray walls and crisp white trim that define the interior palette. The living room is a bright, open space featuring large vertical-blind-covered sliding glass doors that invite natural light and provide outdoor access. A vertical shiplap accent wall adds a subtle design detail to the room. Baseboard heating is present throughout. The kitchen showcases white shaker-style cabinetry, white marble-look quartz countertops, a matching tile backsplash, and a stainless steel gas range, offering a polished, contemporary cooking space. Both bedrooms are well-sized and comfortably proportioned, with the primary bedroom featuring a generous closet with a double hanging rod. One bedroom includes a window with natural light and a baseboard heater. All three bathrooms are tastefully updated, featuring white vanities with undermount sinks, matte black fixtures and hardware, framed mirrors, and tub-shower combinations with tile surrounds. The home also includes a dedicated laundry area, hallway, and additional closet storage, rounding out a well-organized and efficiently designed floor plan.
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Monthly Rent
$1,175 - $1,380
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
650 - 940 sq ft
Welcome to The Ridge Apartments in Merrillville, IN, where comfort and convenience come together. Choose from spacious 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes featuring fully equipped kitchens, large closets, and private patios or balconies. Residents enjoy stunning lake views from every corner of the community, along with beautifully maintained grounds in a pet-friendly setting. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and entertainment, The Ridge Apartments offers easy access to I-65 and I-80/94, making commuting throughout Northwest Indiana and the greater Chicago area simple. With recently renovated apartment homes, attentive management, and a welcoming community atmosphere, The Ridge Apartments is a place you'll be proud to call home.
Highlights
- Pool
- Sundeck
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Views
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 56302Cprice $1,175square feet 650availibility Sep 7
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Unit 56401GXprice $1,295square feet 800availibility Now
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Unit 16502Aprice $1,295square feet 800availibility Sep 7
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Unit 56002Fprice $1,295square feet 800availibility Sep 15
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Unit 16501HXprice $1,380square feet 940availibility Aug 26
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Unit 17491AXprice $1,320square feet 850availibility Aug 27
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Unit 56692JXprice $1,320square feet 850availibility Sep 1
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Unit 56060CHXprice $1,320square feet 850availibility Sep 7
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Unit 56200LXprice $1,345square feet 900availibility Sep 30
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Unit 56302Cprice $1,175square feet 650availibility Sep 7
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Unit 56401GXprice $1,295square feet 800availibility Now
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Unit 16502Aprice $1,295square feet 800availibility Sep 7
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Unit 56002Fprice $1,295square feet 800availibility Sep 15
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Unit 16501HXprice $1,380square feet 940availibility Aug 26
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Unit 17491AXprice $1,320square feet 850availibility Aug 27
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Unit 56692JXprice $1,320square feet 850availibility Sep 1
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Unit 56060CHXprice $1,320square feet 850availibility Sep 7
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Unit 56200LXprice $1,345square feet 900availibility Sep 30
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$150
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Application Fee Per ApplicantEveryone 18 and older would need to apply. Charged per applicant.$50
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Due at Move-In
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DepositCharged per unit.$600
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$350
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Dog FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$350
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$35 / mo
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$35 / mo
70 lbs. Weight Limit, Pet interview, Spayed/NeuteredRestrictions:Breed Restrictions Apply.Read More Read Less -
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Cats
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Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$350
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Cat FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$350
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$35 / mo
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$35 / mo
70 lbs. Weight Limit, Pet interview, Spayed/NeuteredRestrictions: -
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Parking
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$5 / mo
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Other
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$25 / mo
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Transfer & SubletCharged per occurrence.$350 / occurrence
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Late Fee10% of base rent Charged per occurrence.10% of base rent / occurrence
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Property Information
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Built in 1979
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360 units/3 stories
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About The Ridge
Welcome to The Ridge Apartments in Merrillville, IN, where comfort and convenience come together. Choose from spacious 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes featuring fully equipped kitchens, large closets, and private patios or balconies. Residents enjoy stunning lake views from every corner of the community, along with beautifully maintained grounds in a pet-friendly setting. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and entertainment, The Ridge Apartments offers easy access to I-65 and I-80/94, making commuting throughout Northwest Indiana and the greater Chicago area simple. With recently renovated apartment homes, attentive management, and a welcoming community atmosphere, The Ridge Apartments is a place you'll be proud to call home.
The Ridge is an apartment community located in Lake County and the 46410 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Merrillville Community School attendance zone.
Unique Features
- At&t Fiber
- Backsplash
- Efficient Appliances
- Expansive Sundeck
- High-Speed Internet Included
- Lake Views
- Large Closets
- Modern White Cabinets
- Oak Cabinets
- Patio or Balcony
- Pet-Friendly
- Plank Vinyl Flooring
- Upgraded Cabinetry *Select Units
- Upgraded Cabinetry in Select Homes
- Upgraded Flooring
- Upgraded Flooring in Select Homes
- Vinyl Plank Flooring
Community Amenities
Pool
Laundry Facilities
Laundry Service
Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Service
- Online Services
- Pool
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Pond
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Gas Range
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
Situated about 40 miles southeast of Chicago, Merrillville is the commercial hub of northwestern Indiana, offering a wide variety of options for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Merrillville residents enjoy access to the expansive Southlake Mall, the area’s only indoor mall, in addition to an array of local and national restaurants.
Merrillville is also home to Deep River Waterpark, where guests can go swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter. Hidden Lake Park and Oak Ridge Prairie and Oak Savannah Trail provide hiking opportunities while Turkey Creek Golf Course and Innsbrook Country Club supply options for golfing. Merrillville residents delight in cultural amenities like the Indiana Ballet Theatre, Star Plaza Theatre, Merrillville Community Planetarium, and Merrillville-Ross Township Historical Museum as well.
While Merrillville touts a small-town feel, the many metropolitan luxuries of Chicago are less than an hour’s drive away.
Learn more about living in Merrillville- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Service
- Online Services
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Pond
- Pool
- At&t Fiber
- Backsplash
- Efficient Appliances
- Expansive Sundeck
- High-Speed Internet Included
- Lake Views
- Large Closets
- Modern White Cabinets
- Oak Cabinets
- Patio or Balcony
- Pet-Friendly
- Plank Vinyl Flooring
- Upgraded Cabinetry *Select Units
- Upgraded Cabinetry in Select Homes
- Upgraded Flooring
- Upgraded Flooring in Select Homes
- Vinyl Plank Flooring
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Gas Range
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 11.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 38 min | 20.0 mi |
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The Ridge
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2BR, 2BA - 851SF (Poplar)
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2BR, 1BA - 850SF - Living Room
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1BR, 1BA - 650SF - Fir
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1BR, 1BA - 650SF - Fir
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2BR, 1.5BA - 850SF - Sycamore
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2BR, 1BA - 800SF - Chestnut
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Apt Entrance
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Patio
Models
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bedrooms
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While The Ridge does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at The Ridge. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
The Ridge has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,175/mo. to $1,380/mo.
Yes, The Ridge welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,175 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $47,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Ridge is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! The Ridge offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
1718 W 55th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410