Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA from $600(8 Rentals)

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The Retreat at Merced
from $6541 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Retreat at Merced

1137 B StMerced, CA 95341
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Sierra Meadows
from $6661 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Meadows

720 W 15th StMerced, CA 95340
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Yosemite Apartments
from $700Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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Ridgeview Meadows
from $7801 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeview Meadows

2111 Cold Springs AveMerced, CA 95341
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Saratoga
from $825Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga

669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Tioga Apartment Homes
from $985Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tioga Apartment Homes

705-715 W Main StMerced, CA 95340
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Sunny View Apartments
from $9883 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sunny View Apartments

988 D StMerced, CA 95340
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Merced, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merced, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/23/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Merced, CA area range in price from $654 to $3,899 with an overall median price of $1,740. The three Merced neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fairview Meadows at $780, Central Merced at $654, and Downtown Merced at $654. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Merced Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fairview Meadows$1,300$7802
Central Merced$1,565$65418
Downtown Merced$1,660$65422
Gateways$1,660$66620
Southwest Merced$1,660$66617
Claremont Reserve in Atwater$1,700$7501
Mill House at Fahrens Creek$1,755$70017
Reverie$1,825$73538
South Merced$1,875$70018
Fahren's Park$1,895$70019

Cheapest Available Merced Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merced, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood priced from $735. 2355 K St in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merced apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merced StationB2-42BR,2BA$735
2355 K StStudioStudio,1BA$975
Brookdale Gardens0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA

As of December 23, 2024 the best value apartment in the Merced area is the $1.59 price per square foot Manor Model at Village Terrace in the in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,785. The second greatest value Merced apartment is the B3 Model at Granville starting at $1,620 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merced apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Village TerraceManor2BR,2BA$1.59
GranvilleB32BR,2BA$1.48
Willowbrook II2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.45
Bear Creek NorthThe Harbor Remodel2BR,1.5BA$1.90
Merced StationB12BR,2BA$1.46
Village LandingCarmel Upstairs-Remodel2BR,1BA$2.09
Willow Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.70
Castle ApartmentsCastle One1BR,1BA$2.15
962 Barney St, Unit na962 Barney St1BR,1BA$2.00
2355 K StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.95

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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.

Merced, CA
Population: 83,316

Ranked #410

in US Census Population by City

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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 Cheap Merced Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merced?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merced is at 2355 K St listed at $975.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced Apartment is $1,395 at Grand Resort Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merced Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced is starting from $735 at Merced Station.

What is the most affordable Merced Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merced Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,270.

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