
Luxury Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (49 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Merced with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


260 Shafer Ave

3566 Santa Maria Ave

276 Paige Ct

1382 Rincon Dr

702 Chandon Dr

3711 Compass Pointe Ave

4837 Langley Way

407 Jacobs Dr
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468 Beckman Way

586 Barclay Way

2390 River Rock Dr

3545 Laguna Ct

4259 Theresa Ln

1103 Acapulco Ct

4670 Tolman Way

3591 Sunstone Ct

4027 Bayonet Dr
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965 Emory Way

552 Granada Court

765 Jessie Dr

4123 Scarlet Ct

433 Tolman Way

4624 Athena Dr

2430 Bastidas Dr

3519 Santiago Ave

3548 Santa Maria Ave
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166 Barker Ln

3841 Tern Ct

4774 Jema Wy

1661 Juneau Ct

710 Marybelle Dr

2382 Explorador Dr

4211 Candle Ct

4851 Mari Cruz Ln

4752 Sami Jo Dr
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2387 Explorador Dr

4358 Strathmore Pl

4139 Scarlet Ct

4770 Sami Jo Dr

344 Moab Rim Ct

2454 Fidalgo Wy

2391 Gabriel Dr

603 Jessie Dr

2346 Vaca Way
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1261 Baxter Dr

3403 San Martin Ct

2485 Pineda Dr.

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Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Luxury Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| Merced Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $950 | $1,800 |
| Merced Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,150 | $2,045 |
| Merced Luxury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,720 | $2,280 |
| Merced Luxury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,029 | $2,700 |
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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
Best Local Schools in Merced, CA
Allan Peterson Elementary
Herbert Hoover Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merced
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Merced Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Merced ranges from $950 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,411.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Merced range from $1,150 to $2,045. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,641.
How expensive are Merced Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 39 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merced on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,720 to $2,280 - averaging $2,037 for the location.
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