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Downtown Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide
Main Street in Merced California
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Merced Studio Apartments | $1,062 | $975 | $1,150 |
| Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $950 | $1,845 |
| Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,275 | $2,850 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,565 | $2,245 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Merced Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Merced area of Merced, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Merced priced from $528. 2355 K St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $528 |
| 2355 K St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Merced, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Merced area is the $1.48 price per square foot B3 Model at Granville in the in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value Downtown Merced apartment is the Monterey Model at Village Landing starting at $1,755 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Merced apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Village Landing | Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| The Villages | Yale | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| The Retreat at Merced | Two Bedroom/One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Swiss Colony | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Castle Apartments | Castle One | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 960 Barney St, Unit na | 960 Barney St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 2355 K St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Merced Neighborhood in Merced, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Merced Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment is $528 at The Retreat at Merced.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Merced is starting from $913 at The Retreat at Merced.
What is the most affordable Downtown Merced Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Merced Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willowbrook II and starts from $1,565.
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