Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $700 (3 Rentals)
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South Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Merced?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Merced Studio Apartments | $1,062 | $975 | $1,150 |
South Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $1,331 | $1,845 |
South Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,250 | $2,850 |
South Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $1,565 | $2,145 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Merced, CA
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Merced area is the $1.48 price per square foot B3 Model at Granville in the in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value South Merced apartment is the Fully Furnished Corporate Villa Model at Grand Resort Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Merced apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Granville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Grand Resort Apartments | Fully Furnished Corporate Villa | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
2355 K St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Merced, Merced, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Merced Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Merced is starting from $1,345 at Grand Resort Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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