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341-351 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
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1002kst
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1002-1018 K StMerced, CA 95341
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555 W 12th St
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555 W 12th StMerced, CA 95341
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1540 Ellen Ct
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1540 Ellen CtMerced, CA 95341
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2029-2045 O St
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2029-2045 O St

2029-2045 O StMerced, CA 95340

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Merced 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 01, 2026

There are currently 177 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Merced, CA that range in price from $1,150 to $2,155. 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Merced33$1,499$1,150
Fahren's Park23$1,740$1,350
Gateways23$1,550$1,150
Mill House at Fahrens Creek17$1,775$1,459
Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch13$1,805$1,475
South Merced13$1,635$1,295
The Crossings at Fahrens Creek13$1,805$1,495
Reverie12$1,815$1,495
North Merced11$1,650$1,350
Southwest Merced8$1,300$1,150

Largest Available Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is found at Village Terrace in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood and is 1,122 square feet priced from $1,825. The Villages has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,081 square feet and currently listed start at $1,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Village TerraceManor1,122 Sq Ft$1,825
The VillagesOxford Remodel1,081 Sq Ft$1,595
Northwood Village2x2 Sequoia Remodel1,074 Sq Ft$1,795
Willowbrook ApartmentsRENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA1,020 Sq Ft$1,600
Merced Horizons2x21,004 Sq Ft$1,995
Bear Creek NorthThe Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups1,000 Sq Ft$1,895
Shadowbrook Drive (1923-1933)2BR/1.5BA876 Sq Ft$1,400
Grand Resort Apartments874 Sq Ft$1,495
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 2x1825 Sq Ft$1,550

Cheapest Available Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 01, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is the 2BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,150 at 1002kst in the Gateways neighborhood. The second most affordable Merced 2 Bedroom is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Shadowbrook Drive (1923-1933) starting at $1,400 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Merced is currently $1,656. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1002kst2BR/1.0BA$1,150
Shadowbrook Drive (1923-1933)2BR/1.5BA$1,400
Northwood Village2x1 Redwood$1,495
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 2x1$1,550
The VillagesOxford$1,595
Grand Resort Apartments2 Bedroom Cottage$1,595
Willowbrook Apartments2BR/2.0BA$1,600
Village TerraceManor$1,825
Bear Creek NorthThe Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups$1,895

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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, CA
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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 $1,656.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Merced Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merced is a 1,122 square feet unit starting from $1,825 at Village Terrace.

What is the average size for Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Merced is currently 1,366 sq ft.

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