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Merced County, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merced County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced County Studio Apartments | $995 | $900 | $1,150 |
| Merced County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $715 | $1,845 |
| Merced County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $735 | $2,850 |
| Merced County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $1,250 | $2,450 |
| Merced County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $735 | $2,570 |
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Cheapest Available Merced County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Merced County, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood priced from $735. 2355 K St in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merced County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Station | B2-4 | 2BR,2BA | $735 |
| 2355 K St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Bungalow | 2BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced County, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merced County area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Olive Tree Apartments in the in the Chemurgic neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Merced County apartment is the Manor with Garage Model at Village Terrace starting at $1,815 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merced County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Tree Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Village Terrace | Manor with Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Granville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Villages | Oxford Cottage Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| 318 W 20th St, Unit 509 Marshall | 318 W 20th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 960 Barney St, Unit na | 960 Barney St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 2355 K St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merced County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merced County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merced County is under $1,620.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merced County?
The cheapest apartment in Merced County is Willowbrook II which is listed at $1,335, while the average apartment in Merced County costs $1,825.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merced County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Merced County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Merced County?
Cheap apartments in Merced County have an average cost of $323 which is $1,502 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merced County.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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