1 BED, 1 BATH
$700
Base Rent$700 - $795
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Total Monthly Price$700 - $795
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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Merced, CA
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,500Base Rent$2,500Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,5004358 Strathmore Pl
4358 Strathmore Pl, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$650Base Rent$650 - $925Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$650 - $925
719 Irma Dr
719 Irma Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,885Base Rent$1,885Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,885
106 W 12th St
106 W 12th St, Merced, CA 95341 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$950Base Rent$950Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$950
432 Noble Dr
432 Noble Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,620Base Rent$1,620Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,620
3112 Denver Ave Unit 3112 - 3Beds
3112 Denver Ave, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,100Base Rent$2,100Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,100
4345 Briggs Ln
4345 Briggs Ln, Merced, CA 95348 -
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 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,195Base Rent$1,195Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,195
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 New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,500Base Rent$1,500Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,500
3310 R St Unit A
3310 R St, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,100Base Rent$2,100Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,100
1288 Wildcat Dr
1288 Wildcat Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,700Base Rent$1,700Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,700
1420 Lansing St
1420 Lansing St, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,200Base Rent$1,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,200
2324 Aviles Unit NA
2324 Aviles, Merced, CA 95340 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,100Base Rent$2,100Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,100
110 Montage Dr
110 Montage Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,350Base Rent$1,350Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,350
651 Q St
651 Q St, Merced, CA 95341 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,000Base Rent$2,000Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,000
3224 Erie Ave
3224 Erie Ave, Merced, CA 95340 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,399Base Rent$2,399Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,399
4623 Sami Jo Dr
4623 Sami Jo Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,100Base Rent$1,100Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,100
655 W 7th St Unit 655 W. 7th St
655 W 7th St, Merced, CA 95341
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 $738 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 632 Sq Ft $1,189 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 928 Sq Ft $1,451 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,116 Sq Ft $1,672 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,167 Sq Ft $893 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Merced
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Downtown Merced 614 Sq Ft $1,248/mo
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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 $1,189.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Merced, CA is $738.
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 $1,189.
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 $1,451.
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 $1,672.
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 $893.
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