Apartments For Rent By Owner in Merced, CA
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,050Base Rent$2,050Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,050 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$895Base Rent$895Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$895920 W 13th St Unit #B Rear
920 W 13th St, Merced, CA 95341 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$700Base Rent$700 - $795Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$700 - $7954354 Strathmore Pl
4354 Strathmore Pl, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,299Base Rent$2,299Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,299
4459 Lacy Ln
4459 Lacy Ln, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$750Base Rent$750Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$750
1495 Breezeway Ct
1495 Breezeway Ct, Merced, CA 95340 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,050Base Rent$2,050Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,050
3125 Campus Dr
3125 Campus Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,500Base Rent$1,500Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,500
175 W Alexander Ave
175 W Alexander Ave, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,175Base Rent$1,175Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,175
2177 Weston Way
2177 Weston Way, Merced, CA 95340 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,400Base Rent$1,400Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,400
3310 R St Unit A
3310 R St, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,250Base Rent$2,250Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,250
4796 Jema Way
4796 Jema Way, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,100Base Rent$1,100Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,100
958 Barney St
958 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,950Base Rent$1,950Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,950
455 Columbia Ave
455 Columbia Ave, Merced, CA 95340 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,900Base Rent$1,900Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,900
1422 Lansing St Unit NA
1422 Lansing St, Merced, CA 95348
Merced at a Glance
Merced, CA Apartments for Rent
Merced serves as the county seat of Merced County and has been home to the University of California, Merced since 2005, the first research university built in the United States in the 21st century. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Merced, you'll discover plenty of options in this San Joaquin Valley city, from studios averaging around $746 to spacious three-bedroom homes at approximately $1,635 per month. The city's location offers easy access to both Central Valley job opportunities and outdoor adventures, sitting less than two hours from Yosemite National Park.
Renting in Merced means getting more for your money compared to California's pricey coastal areas, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,195 monthly—significantly below the state average. The city's 24 square miles include neighborhoods near UC Merced and Merced College, plus areas close to downtown's restored Art Deco Merced Theatre and Bob Hart Square. You'll have access to Lake Yosemite for water recreation, the Merced Multicultural Arts Center, and the County Courthouse Museum. Highway 99 runs through the city, giving you direct routes to Fresno and Modesto, while the local economy thrives on agriculture, education, and healthcare sectors. The Mediterranean climate brings mild winters and warm summers, making year-round outdoor activities possible at the city's parks and recreational facilities.
Renting in Merced
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 402 Sq Ft $771 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 630 Sq Ft $1,210 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 928 Sq Ft $1,473 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,116 Sq Ft $1,680 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,167 Sq Ft $894 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Merced
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Downtown Merced 604 Sq Ft $1,144/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Merced, CA
What are the average rent costs in Merced, CA?
The average rent in Merced, CA is $1,210.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Merced, CA is $771.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is $1,210.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is $1,473.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is $1,680.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is $894.
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