Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Central Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Merced?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Merced Studio Apartments | $1,062 | $975 | $1,150 |
Central Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $950 | $1,845 |
Central Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $1,345 | $2,850 |
Central Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,565 | $2,245 |
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Cheapest Available Central Merced Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Merced area of Merced, CA is a Studio unit found at 2355 K St priced from $975. Brookdale Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Central Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2355 K St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Bungalow | 2BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Merced, CA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Merced area is the $2.33 price per square foot 904 W 22nd St Model at 904 W 22nd St in the in the Gateways neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Central 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 Central Merced apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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904 W 22nd St | 904 W 22nd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Granville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
The Villages | Yale | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Grand Resort Apartments | Fully Furnished Corporate Villa | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Sahara Apartments | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Castle Apartments | Castle One | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
962 Barney St, Unit na | 962 Barney St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
2355 K St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Merced Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Merced?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Merced is at 2355 K St listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Merced Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Merced Apartment is $1,395 at Grand Resort Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Merced is starting from $1,345 at Grand Resort Apartments.
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