
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (152 Rentals)


Merced Station

The Hub Merced

Garden East Apartments

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Castle Apartments

Northwood Village

Village Terrace

Village Landing

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Swiss Colony
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Bear Creek North

The Villages

Granville Luxury Apartments

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3310 R St, Unit A, Unit A

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651 Q St

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1420 Lansing St

3112 Denver Ave
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132 W 18th St

1624 W N Bear Creek Dr

355 W 22nd St

52 E 12th St

407-409 E Alexander Ave

291 W Alexander Ave

267 W Alexander Ave

1705 W N Bear Creek Dr

1694 Conestoga Dr

1819 Q St
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358 Snowhaven Ct

80 E 12th St

1936 K St

3380 R St

800 E 23rd St

3530 St Andrews Dr

2205 O St

3096 Beverly Ct

3372-3378 San Mateo Ct

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420 N St

1705 W North Bear Creek Dr

1788 Loughborough Dr

1720-1726 Conestoga Dr

1903 Shadow Brook Dr

2400-2426 K St

Mi Casa Apartments

37 E 12th St

Courtyard Apartments

215 W 12th St
Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $825 | $1,665 |
Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $645 | $2,060 |
| Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $1,045 | $2,200 |
| Merced 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $529 | $2,635 |
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Merced 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 16, 2026There are currently 188 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Merced, CA that range in price from $645 to $2,060. Downtown Merced, Fahren's Park and Gateways are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Merced with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Merced | 29 | $1,517 | $1,100 |
| Fahren's Park | 26 | $1,695 | $1,250 |
| Gateways | 21 | $1,550 | $1,100 |
| Mill House at Fahrens Creek | 19 | $1,695 | $1,250 |
| Reverie | 18 | $1,625 | $645 |
| Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch | 17 | $1,710 | $1,250 |
| The Crossings at Fahrens Creek | 17 | $1,710 | $1,250 |
| South Merced | 15 | $1,600 | $1,250 |
| North Merced | 14 | $1,610 | $1,400 |
| Southwest Merced | 6 | $1,350 | $1,100 |
Largest Available Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood and is 1,214 square feet priced from $645. The Villages in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,081 square feet and currently listed start at $1,610. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Merced:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Station | B2-4 | 1,214 Sq Ft | $645 |
| The Villages | Oxford | 1,081 Sq Ft | $1,610 |
| Northwood Village | 2x2 Sequoia | 1,074 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
| Granville Luxury Apartments | B1 | 1,069 Sq Ft | $1,720 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 2x2 | 1,055 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Village Landing | Monterey-Remodel | 1,028 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA | 1,020 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Merced Horizons | 2x2 | 1,004 Sq Ft | $1,890 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | 874 Sq Ft | $1,345 |
Cheapest Available Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 16, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is the B2 Model starting from $660 at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood. The second most affordable Merced 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom Bungalow Model at Grand Resort Apartments starting at $1,345 in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Merced is currently $1,521. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Merced:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Merced Station | B2 | $660 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | $1,345 |
| Garden East Apartments | 2br, 1b | $1,450 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,450 |
| The Villages | Yale | $1,510 |
| Castle Apartments | 21 | $1,550 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 2x1 | $1,550 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,600 |
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Merced Overview
The city of Merced has great health and educational facilities, providing a high quality of life for the locals. Apartments in Merced are readily available both for those who wish to purchase a home and those who want to rent. The city has a number of parks as well as an emerging college town. The prospects of future job growth are great, making the city attractive to young professionals.
Why live in Merced, CA?
Merced city offers high quality of life and looking for apartments in Merced will give you a chance to experience this life. The size of the city will allow you to have the small town feel. There are enough shopping areas to meet your shopping needs and outdoor recreational opportunities are abundant. The levels of crime and drug use are low, making the city a great environment in which to live with your family. There are enough health and education facilities in the city, a factor that makes it easy to access the important services.
Merced, CAPopulation: 83,316
Ranked #410
in US Census Population by City
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Allan Peterson Elementary
Herbert Hoover Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Merced Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Merced Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Merced is $1,521.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merced is a 1,214 square feet unit starting from $645 at Merced Station.
What is the average size for Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Merced is currently 1,242 sq ft.
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