Inside this guide
- The Merle on Howard at a glance (checked Oct 1, 2026)
- How much does The Merle on Howard cost? (checked Oct 1, 2026)
- What floor plans does The Merle on Howard have?
- What fees does The Merle on Howard charge besides rent? (from The Merle on Howard, Oct 1, 2026)
- What amenities does The Merle on Howard list?
- What is the pet policy at The Merle on Howard?
- Where is The Merle on Howard?
- What do reviewers say about The Merle on Howard?
- Frequently asked questions
- Want help finding your Austin apartment? It’s free.
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By Alexander Concepcion, Taco Street Locating. Checked Oct 1, 2026 against The Merle on Howard’s website.
The Merle on Howard is an apartment and townhome community on East Howard Lane in Manor, northeast of Austin. On Oct 1, 2026, its website listed starting at prices from $1,063 for a studio, $1,245 for a one-bedroom and $2,010 for a two-bedroom. Fee amounts were not listed.
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The Merle on Howard at a glance (checked Oct 1, 2026)
| Fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 2500 E Howard Ln, Manor, TX 78653 | Property website |
| Year built | Not listed on the property website; our database lists 2024 (unverified) | Taco Street Locating database |
| Floor plans | Studio, one-, two- and three-bedrooms plus a three-bedroom townhome; 8 plans with units listed | Property website |
| Price from (starting at) | Studio from $1,063 (S1, 528 sq ft); 1BR from $1,245 (A1, 649 sq ft); 2BR from $2,010 (B1, 1,034-1,046 sq ft); 3BR from $2,422 (C1, 1,549 sq ft) | Property website |
| Specials | “Up to 2.5 months free + $500 look and lease incentives” on the floor plans page; another page I checked advertised a different offer, so confirm terms | Property website |
| Required fees | Not listed on the pages I checked; ask the office for application, admin, deposit and monthly fees | Property fee information |
| Pets | Cats and dogs, 2 max; fees not listed on the pages checked | Property website |
| Phone | 737-351-8928 | Property website |
How much does The Merle on Howard cost? (checked Oct 1, 2026)
The Merle on Howard lists a starting at price. On Oct 1, 2026, the lowest listed price for each home type was studios $1,063 (S1, 528 sq ft); one-bedrooms $1,245 (A1, 649 sq ft); two-bedrooms $2,010 (B1, 1,034-1,046 sq ft); three-bedrooms $2,422 (C1, 1,549 sq ft). Availability changes daily, so confirm a specific home with the leasing office.
Specials: “Up to 2.5 months free + $500 look and lease incentives” on the floor plans page; another page I checked advertised a different offer, so confirm terms
What floor plans does The Merle on Howard have?
| Plan | Beds/Baths | Size (sq ft) | Starting-at price | Units listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | Studio/1ba | 528 | $1,063 | 7 |
| A1 | 1BR/1ba | 649 | $1,245 | 18 |
| A2 | 1BR/1ba | 751 | $1,303 | 10 |
| A3 | 1BR/1ba | 918 | $1,849 | 5 |
| B1 | 2BR/2ba | 1,034-1,046 | $2,010 | 5 |
| B2 | 2BR/2ba | 1,222-1,231 | $2,015 | 15 |
| C1 | 3BR/2ba | 1,549 | $2,422 | 2 |
| 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR/3.5ba | 1,962 | $2,780 | 3 |
Source: The Merle on Howard floor plans page, Oct 1, 2026. Each row shows the lowest listed unit for that plan. Availability and prices change daily.
What fees does The Merle on Howard charge besides rent? (from The Merle on Howard, Oct 1, 2026)
| Fee | Amount | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Application, administrative and security deposit | Not listed on the pages I checked; ask the office for current amounts | Ask |
The site labels prices as “Starting at” and several plans carry a “Reduced pricing” tag. It does not say whether required monthly fees are included.
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What amenities does The Merle on Howard list?
Community: a gated community with a resort-style pool, Precor and Peloton fitness, a golf simulator, pickleball and basketball courts, co-working space with private offices, garages and covered parking, a clubhouse, a bark park, a dog wash, a pond trail, EV charging and a party barn.
Amenities are from the property’s website, Oct 1, 2026.
What is the pet policy at The Merle on Howard?
The Merle allows cats and dogs, up to two per home, and has a bark park and dog wash. Fee, rent, weight and breed rules were not listed on the pages I checked, so ask the office.
Where is The Merle on Howard?
The Merle is at 2500 E Howard Ln in Manor. The property’s neighborhood page places it near Austin’s Tech Ridge area and downtown Manor, and lists The Shops at Tech Ridge (Popstroke, AMC, PINSTACK), with an H-E-B and Walmart about ten minutes away and I-35 access toward downtown Austin, the Domain, Pflugerville and Round Rock.
What do reviewers say about The Merle on Howard?
Our database lists a 4.7 Google rating from 63 reviews (retrieved Jan 21, 2026, not rechecked on Oct 1, 2026). That is reviewer opinion and may have changed, so read recent reviews yourself before touring.
Frequently asked questions
How much is rent at The Merle on Howard?
On Oct 1, 2026, The Merle on Howard listed starting at prices as follows: studios from $1,063 (S1, 528 sq ft); one-bedrooms from $1,245 (A1, 649 sq ft); two-bedrooms from $2,010 (B1, 1,034-1,046 sq ft); three-bedrooms from $2,422 (C1, 1,549 sq ft).
What fees does The Merle on Howard charge?
Fee amounts were not listed on the pages I checked. Ask the office for application, administrative, deposit, pet and monthly fee amounts, and for the offer’s terms.
Is The Merle on Howard pet-friendly?
Yes. Cats and dogs, 2 max; fees not listed on the pages checked.
What do The Merle on Howard reviews say?
Our database lists a 4.7 Google rating from 63 reviews (retrieved Jan 21, 2026). That is reviewer opinion and may have changed, so read recent reviews yourself.
Where is The Merle on Howard?
It is at 2500 E Howard Ln, Manor, TX 78653, near The Shops at Tech Ridge with I-35 access per the property’s website.
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