Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merced County, CA from $500 (23 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Cheap Apartments in Merced County.

close
View Me
Sierra Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Meadows

720 W 15th StMerced, CA 95340
Senior Living
close
View Me
Yosemite Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Redwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Apartments

2307-2359 Redwood AveAtwater, CA 95301
  • Utilities Included

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

close
View Me
Saratoga
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga

669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
close
View Me
Bear Creek
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Bear Creek

1509 N Plainsburg RdPlanada, CA 95365
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Aptos Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aptos Park

2849 Nashua StAtwater, CA 95301
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
1701-1719 Elm Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1701-1719 Elm Ave

1701-1719 Elm AveAtwater, CA 95301
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Tioga Apartment Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tioga Apartment Homes

705-715 W Main StMerced, CA 95340
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Galaxie Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Galaxie Apartments

836-848 Mercey Springs RdLos Banos, CA 93635
  • Utilities Included

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

close
View Me
Brookdale North
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookdale North

344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
  • Utilities Included

Cheapest Available Merced County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Merced County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Merced in the Central Merced neighborhood priced from $720. Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merced County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Retreat at MercedOne Bedroom/One Bathroom1BR,1BA$720
Merced StationB2-42BR,2BA$735
2355 K StStudioStudio,1BA$975
Brookdale Gardens0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150
Cherrywood Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced County, CA

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merced County area is the $1.22 price per square foot York Model at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community in the in the Claremont Reserve in Atwater neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Merced County apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Olive Tree Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Chemurgic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merced County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Castle Vista Senior Duplex CommunityYork4BR,2BA$1.22
Olive Tree Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.56
GranvilleB32BR,2BA$1.48
Village LandingMonterey2BR,2BA$1.71
Bear Creek NorthThe Harbor Remodel2BR,1.5BA$1.80
Merced StationB12BR,2BA$1.46
The VillagesYale2BR,2BA$1.74
Willowbrook II1BD/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.64
Cherrywood Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.49
The Retreat at MercedOne Bedroom/One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.22

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merced County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merced County?

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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced County Apartment is $720 at The Retreat at Merced.

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

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

What is the most affordable Merced County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merced County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willowbrook II and starts from $1,565.

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.

decorative image for Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

decorative image for Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters article

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

decorative image for Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants article

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.