
Luxury Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (43 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Merced with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Merced Horizons

3526 San Francisco St

3392 McKee Rd

1356 Carlsbad Dr

2974 Westminster Ct

635 Stanford Ct

459 Jacobs Dr
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4670 Tolman Way

3591 Sunstone Ct

218 Shafer Ave

344 Citadel Ave

272 Shafer Ave

3566 Santa Maria Ave

4171 Scarlet Ct

49 Medieval St
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1160 Solstice Ave

118 Montage Dr

781 Irma Dr

260 Shafer Ave

2390 River Rock Dr

25 Medieval St

710 Jessie Dr

4458 Everson Way
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1661 Juneau Ct

4774 Jema Wy

193 Shafer Ave

2467 Valverde Dr

3747 Bonifacio Way

2387 Explorador Dr

4752 Sami Jo Dr

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3545 Laguna Ct

4735 Sami Jo Dr

2372 River Rock Dr

4624 Athena Dr

2459 Robledo Wy

661 Suzanne Dr

2434 Urdaneta Way

4203 Candle Ct
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4143 Canopy Ct

1261 Baxter Dr

The Hampshire
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 | $1,390 | $895 | $1,758 |
| Merced Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $660 | $2,100 |
| Merced Luxury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,060 | $2,280 |
| Merced Luxury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $544 | $2,150 |
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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 $895 to $1,758 with an average monthly rent of $1,390.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Merced range from $660 to $2,100. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,592.
How expensive are Merced Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 44 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merced on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,060 to $2,280 - averaging $1,803 for the location.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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