3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (69 Rentals)

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1422 Lansing St, Unit NA
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1422 Lansing StMerced, CA 95348
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2647 Story Ave
MercedCA95340

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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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2029-2045 O St
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2029-2045 O St

2029-2045 O StMerced, CA 95340
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155-161 19th St
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155-161 19th St

155-161 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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1971 Kelly Ave
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1971 Kelly Ave

1971 Kelly AveMerced, CA 95340
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Gateway Terrace
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Gateway Terrace

410 Lesher DrMerced, CA 95341
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807 W 19th St
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807 W 19th St

807 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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321-329 Q St
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321-329 Q St

321-329 Q StMerced, CA 95341
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203 W 20th St
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203 W 20th St

203 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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1127 O St
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1127 O St

1127 O StMerced, CA 95341
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Lantana
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Lantana

1428 Pettinotti RdMerced, CA 95348

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Merced 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 24, 2026

There are currently 67 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Merced, CA that range in price from $1,300 to $2,280. Fahren's Park, Mill House at Fahrens Creek and Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Merced with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Fahren's Park11$2,047$1,720
Mill House at Fahrens Creek11$2,167$1,720
Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch8$2,280$1,840
Reverie8$2,280$1,840
The Crossings at Fahrens Creek8$2,280$1,840
Downtown Merced6$1,720$1,600
Gateways5$1,720$1,600
Claremont Reserve in Atwater4$1,705$1,300
South Merced4$1,720$1,720
Central Merced1$1,600$1,600

Largest Available Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is found at Willowbrook Apartments in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood and is 1,277 square feet priced from $1,720. Village Terrace in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,215 square feet and currently listed start at $2,055. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Willowbrook Apartments3BR/2.0BA1,277 Sq Ft$1,720
Village TerraceChateau with Garage1,215 Sq Ft$2,055
Merced Horizons3x21,210 Sq Ft$2,280

Cheapest Available Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 24, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Merced, CA is the 3BR/2.0BA Model starting from $1,720 at Willowbrook Apartments in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Merced 3 Bedroom is the Chateau with Garage Model at Village Terrace starting at $2,055 in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Merced is currently $1,990. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Merced:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Willowbrook Apartments3BR/2.0BA$1,720
Village TerraceChateau with Garage$2,055
Merced Horizons3x2$2,280

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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
Population: 83,316

Ranked #410

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Merced Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Merced Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Merced is $1,990.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Merced Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merced is a 1,277 square feet unit starting from $1,720 at Willowbrook Apartments.

What is the average size for Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Merced is currently 1,202 sq ft.

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