This outdoor pool facility in Merrillville, Indiana, is defined by a generously sized rectangular swimming pool with vivid blue water and a clean concrete deck extending around its perimeter. Stainless steel entry handrails provide safe and convenient access into the water, while depth markers are clearly indicated along the pool's edge. The pool is enclosed by a sturdy wrought iron-style security fence, which runs the full perimeter of the space, providing both safety and defined boundaries for the area. The surrounding concrete deck offers ample open space for lounging or movement around the pool. A compact utility or storage shed is situated within the enclosure, providing on-site storage for pool-related equipment and supplies. A safety ring is also visible, mounted near the fence line for emergency use. The facility is set against an open landscape with mature trees lining the background, offering a green, natural backdrop beneath open skies. A multi-story brick residential building is visible adjacent to the pool area, contextualizing this space as a shared outdoor amenity. The overall setting is open and sun-exposed, making it well-suited for recreational use during warmer months.
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Monthly Rent
$975 - $1,200
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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
Currently accepting applications for our waitlist. Welcome to The Ridge Apartments, your gateway to comfortable and convenient living in Merrillville, IN. Our spacious 1 & 2-bedroom apartments for rent feature modern interiors with fully equipped kitchens, large closets, and private patios or balconies. Our pet-friendly community boasts exceptional amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Experience attentive management and a safe, welcoming environment for all residents. Ideally located near shopping, dining, and entertainment options, our recently renovated apartments offer a premier setting with quick access to I-65 and I-80/94, ensuring easy commutes to Chicago, Joliet, Michigan City, South Bend, and beyond. The Ridge Apartments offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Come and make The Ridge Apartments your new home.
Highlights
- Pool
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Views
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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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 Application
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Dogs
Max of 2, 35 lbs. Weight Limit, Spayed/NeuteredRestrictions:No Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, Boxers, Chow's, Rottweilers, Akita, Bulldogs, Great Danes, Huskies, Boston Terriers, Malamute, Wolf Breeds, Chihuahua's are not allowed on property.Read More Read Less
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Cats
Max of 2, 35 lbs. Weight Limit, Spayed/Neutered, Declawed
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OtherVisitor parking permit required
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
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1979
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361 units/3 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Ridge Apartments
Currently accepting applications for our waitlist. Welcome to The Ridge Apartments, your gateway to comfortable and convenient living in Merrillville, IN. Our spacious 1 & 2-bedroom apartments for rent feature modern interiors with fully equipped kitchens, large closets, and private patios or balconies. Our pet-friendly community boasts exceptional amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Experience attentive management and a safe, welcoming environment for all residents. Ideally located near shopping, dining, and entertainment options, our recently renovated apartments offer a premier setting with quick access to I-65 and I-80/94, ensuring easy commutes to Chicago, Joliet, Michigan City, South Bend, and beyond. The Ridge Apartments offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Come and make The Ridge Apartments your new home.
The Ridge Apartments 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
- 24-hour emergency maintenance
- At&t Fiber
- Beautiful Lake Views
- Expansive Sundeck
- Fully Equipped Kitchen w/Gas Range
- Large Spacious Closets
- Online resident portal/rent payment
- Pet Friendly
- Upgraded Cabinetry *Select Units
- Upgraded Flooring
- Window Coverings
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
- Courtyard
- Pond
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Patio
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- 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
- Courtyard
- Pond
- Pool
- 24-hour emergency maintenance
- At&t Fiber
- Beautiful Lake Views
- Expansive Sundeck
- Fully Equipped Kitchen w/Gas Range
- Large Spacious Closets
- Online resident portal/rent payment
- Pet Friendly
- Upgraded Cabinetry *Select Units
- Upgraded Flooring
- Window Coverings
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | By Appointment |
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| Tuesday | By Appointment |
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| Thursday | By Appointment |
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| Saturday | Closed |
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| 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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2BR, 1BA - 850SF - Living Room
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Apt Entrance
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bedrooms
While The Ridge Apartments 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 Apartments. Contact this property for details.
The Ridge Apartments has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $975/mo. to $1,200/mo.
Yes, The Ridge Apartments 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 $975 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $39,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Ridge Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! The Ridge Apartments offers 7 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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1718 W 55th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410