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1855 D St

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420 N St
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420 N St

420 N StMerced, CA 95341

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2400-2426 K St
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2400-2426 K St

2400-2426 K StMerced, CA 95340
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37 E 12th St
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37 E 12th St

37 E 12th StMerced, CA 95341
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215 W 12th St
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215 W 12th St

215 W 12th StMerced, CA 95341
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15 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
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Merced 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 15, 2026

There are currently 194 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Merced, CA that range in price from $685 to $1,995. Downtown Merced, Gateways and Fahren's Park 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 Merced35$1,600$1,050
Gateways25$1,600$1,050
Fahren's Park24$1,600$1,200
South Merced18$1,600$1,050
Mill House at Fahrens Creek16$1,600$1,250
North Merced16$1,600$1,200
Reverie14$1,595$685
The Crossings at Fahrens Creek14$1,622$1,250
Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch11$1,625$1,250
Central Merced9$1,350$1,050

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 $685. 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 ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Merced StationB2-41,214 Sq Ft$685
The VillagesOxford1,081 Sq Ft$1,610
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 2x21,055 Sq Ft$1,700
Willowbrook Apartments2BR/2.0BA1,020 Sq Ft$1,600
Bear Creek NorthThe Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups1,000 Sq Ft$1,795

Cheapest Available Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 15, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is the B2 Model starting from $759 at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood. The second most affordable Merced 2 Bedroom is the Two Bedroom/One Bathroom Model at The Retreat at Merced starting at $924 in the Central Merced neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Merced is currently $1,494. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Merced StationB2$759
The Retreat at MercedTwo Bedroom/One Bathroom$924
The Hub MercedB1$1,250
1680-1695 Ellen Ave1685-D$1,325
Brookdale Gardens2BR/1.0BA$1,395
Sahara Apartments21$1,450
Willow Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,488
Grand Resort Apartments2 Bedroom Bungalow$1,495
The VillagesYale$1,510

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Merced Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Merced with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Merced is at Merced Station listed at $759.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Merced Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Merced is $1,494.

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 $685 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 979 sq ft.

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