1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (98 Rentals)

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Sierra Meadows
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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
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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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Swiss Colony
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Swiss Colony

3075 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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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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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
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136 S St
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136 S St

136 S 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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163 W 16th St
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163 W 16th St

163 W 16th StMerced, CA 95340
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Merced 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 09, 2025

There are currently 1300 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Merced, CA that range in price from $950 to $1,845. Downtown Merced, Gateways and South Merced 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
Downtown Merced140$1,495$950
Gateways135$1,500$950
South Merced124$1,510$1,250
Fahren's Park117$1,510$1,335
Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch117$1,510$1,335
Mill House at Fahrens Creek117$1,521$1,335
North Merced117$1,525$1,338
Reverie117$1,510$1,335
The Crossings at Fahrens Creek117$1,510$1,335
Central Merced102$1,395$950

Largest Available Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is found at Village Landing in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood and is 740 square feet priced from $1,525. Castle Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 650 square feet and currently listed start at $1,338. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Village LandingPismo740 Sq Ft$1,525
Castle ApartmentsCastle One650 Sq Ft$1,338
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage638 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is the Castle One Model starting from $1,338 at Castle Apartments in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Merced 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Cottage Model at Grand Resort Apartments starting at $1,395 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Merced is currently $1,470. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Castle ApartmentsCastle One$1,338
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage$1,395
Village LandingPismo$1,525

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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 Castle Apartments listed at $1,338.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Merced is $1,470.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merced is a 740 square feet unit starting from $1,525 at Village Landing.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Merced is currently 689 sq ft.

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