1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (97 Rentals)

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Sierra Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Meadows

720 W 15th StMerced, CA 95340
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Yosemite Apartments
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Yosemite Apartments

3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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Saratoga
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga

669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Brookdale North
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Brookdale North

344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Tioga Apartment Homes
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Tioga Apartment Homes

705-715 W Main StMerced, CA 95340
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1961 Kelly Ave
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1961 Kelly Ave

1961 Kelly AveMerced, CA 95340
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Vantage Pointe
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Vantage Pointe

3786 Horizons AveMerced, CA 95348
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144 W 20th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

144 W 20th St

144 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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Compass Point 2
1 Bedroom Apartments

Compass Point 2

3720 Horizon AveMerced, CA 95348
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1350 E 22nd St
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1350 E 22nd St

1350 E 22nd StMerced, CA 95340
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TwelveThirteen
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TwelveThirteen

1213 V StMerced, CA 95341
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Laurel Glen
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Laurel Glen

777 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Del Mar Apartments
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Del Mar Apartments

127-151 W 18th StMerced, CA 95340
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12th Place Apartments
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12th Place Apartments

1221-1241 12th PlMerced, CA 95341
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332 W 20th St
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332 W 20th St

332 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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807 W 19th St
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807 W 19th St

807 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340

Merced, CA Local Guide

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Merced 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 30, 2025

There are currently 47 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Merced, CA that range in price from $600 to $1,845. Central Merced, Downtown Merced and Gateways are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Merced with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Central Merced6$1,395$950
Downtown Merced6$1,445$950
Gateways5$1,472$950
Fahren's Park4$1,472$1,300
Mill House at Fahrens Creek4$1,472$1,300
North Merced4$1,445$600
South Merced4$1,472$1,300
Southwest Merced4$1,397$1,300
Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch3$1,445$1,300
Reverie3$1,445$1,300

Largest Available Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is found at Willowbrook II in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood and is 816 square feet priced from $1,335. Castle Apartments in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 650 square feet and currently listed start at $1,370. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Willowbrook II1BD/1.0BA816 Sq Ft$1,335
Castle ApartmentsCastle One650 Sq Ft$1,370
Swiss Colony640 Sq Ft$1,300
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage638 Sq Ft$1,395
The Retreat at MercedOne Bedroom/One Bathroom591 Sq Ft$528

Cheapest Available Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is the One Bedroom/One Bathroom Model starting from $528 at The Retreat at Merced in the Central Merced neighborhood. The second most affordable Merced 1 Bedroom is the 1BD/1.0BA Model at Willowbrook II starting at $1,335 in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Merced is currently $1,453. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Retreat at MercedOne Bedroom/One Bathroom$528
Willowbrook II1BD/1.0BA$1,335
Castle ApartmentsCastle One$1,370
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage$1,395

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Merced Overview

The city of Merced has great health and educational facilities, providing a high quality of life for the locals. Apartments in Merced are readily available both for those who wish to purchase a home and those who want to rent. The city has a number of parks as well as an emerging college town. The prospects of future job growth are great, making the city attractive to young professionals.

Why live in Merced, CA?

Merced city offers high quality of life and looking for apartments in Merced will give you a chance to experience this life. The size of the city will allow you to have the small town feel. There are enough shopping areas to meet your shopping needs and outdoor recreational opportunities are abundant. The levels of crime and drug use are low, making the city a great environment in which to live with your family. There are enough health and education facilities in the city, a factor that makes it easy to access the important services.

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Getting Around Merced, CA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Merced Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Merced with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Merced is at The Retreat at Merced listed at $528.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Merced Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Merced is $1,453.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Merced Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merced is a 816 square feet unit starting from $1,335 at Willowbrook II.

What is the average size for Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Merced is currently 775 sq ft.

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