
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $700 (2 Rentals)
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South Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Merced?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Merced 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
South Merced 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,908 | $1,850 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Merced, CA
As of April 25, 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 Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value South 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 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 |
Village Landing | Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Grand Resort Apartments | Fully Furnished Corporate Villa | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Swiss Colony | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Castle Apartments | Castle One | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Sahara Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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 South Merced
What type of rentals are currently available in South Merced?
There are currently 90 Apartments for Rent in South Merced, CA with pricing that ranges from $975 to $2,850. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Merced ranging from $770 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Merced?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Merced ranges from $770 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,392.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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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.

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