
Apartments For Rent By Owner in Merced, CA
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4 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,350
4271 Freemark Ave
4271 Freemark Ave, Merced, CA 95348 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,699
953 W 18th St Unit 955
953 W 18th St, Merced, CA 95340 -
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,450
4032 Wood Creek Ct
4032 Wood Creek Ct, Merced, CA 95348 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,200
717 Suzanne Dr
717 Suzanne Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,950
2920 Park Ave Unit na
2920 Park Ave, Merced, CA 95348 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,350
4422 Andrea Dr
4422 Andrea Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$1,500
171 W Alexander Ave
171 W Alexander Ave, Merced, CA 95348 -
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,300
436 Jacobs Dr
436 Jacobs Dr, Merced, CA 95348 -
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$3,500
4188 Adobe Ct
4188 Adobe Ct, Merced, CA 95348 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,150
55 W 18th St
55 W 18th St, Merced, CA 95340 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,150
35 W 23rd St
35 W 23rd St, Merced, CA 95340 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,400
2855 M St Unit NA
2855 M St, Merced, CA 95348 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,050
2972 Bedford Dr
2972 Bedford Dr, Merced, CA 95340 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,250
57 W 18th St Unit 57
57 W 18th St, Merced, CA 95340 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,700
53 W 18th St
53 W 18th St, Merced, CA 95340
Merced at a Glance
Merced, CA Apartments for Rent
Located in California's San Joaquin Valley, Merced sits less than two hours from Yosemite National Park. The city features a mix of historic charm and modern development, anchored by the University of California, Merced campus. With average rent prices lower than those found in California's coastal cities, Merced's apartment market offers housing options across various price points.
Merced's transportation network includes Amtrak rail service, regional bus lines, and the Merced Regional Airport. While agriculture remains important to the local economy, the city has expanded into printing, warehousing, and distribution sectors. Recreation opportunities abound at Lake Yosemite, and downtown features preserved architecture like the Merced Theatre and Tioga Hotel. The planned California high-speed rail system, with proposed connections to San Francisco, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, points to Merced's future development potential.
Renting in Merced
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 402 Sq Ft $777 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 599 Sq Ft $1,195 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 888 Sq Ft $1,420 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,054 Sq Ft $1,595 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,167 Sq Ft $885 / mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Merced $1,333/mo
- Atwater $1,270/mo
- Livingston $1,295/mo
- Turlock $1,674/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 $1,195.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Merced, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Merced, CA is $777.
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 $1,195.
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 $1,420.
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 $1,595.
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 $885.
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