
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA (68 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Merced that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Grand Resort Apartments

Brookdale Gardens

Northwood Village

Village Landing

Village Terrace

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Swiss Colony

Garden East Apartments

The Villages

Bear Creek Park
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Willowbrook Apartments

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137 W 19th St, Unit 3

4062 Glendale Ct

3791 Bonifacio Way

118 Montage Dr

3640 Newport Ave

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1335 W 23rd St

351 Sullivan Dr

665 Marcus St

234 W 21st St

820 W 23rd St

2685 Agnes Way

464 Lucas Ct

1880 Barnett Way

3545 M St

2210 Birchwood Ct
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4450 Lacy Ln

3086 Beverly Ct

389 Shafer Ave

4220 Freemark Ave

3779 Bonifacio Way

49 Medieval St

781 Irma Dr

2447 Quesada Dr

25 Medieval St

698 Jessie Dr
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656 Skyler Ln

4624 Athena Dr

2459 Robledo Wy

4735 Isabella Ct

2434 Urdaneta Way

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Courtyard Apartments

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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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $928 | $799 | $1,095 |
| Merced Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $825 | $1,830 |
| Merced Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $645 | $2,080 |
| Merced Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $1,045 | $2,230 |
| Merced Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $529 | $2,250 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Merced, CA
There are currently 843 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Merced, CA area.The three Merced neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Downtown Merced, Gateways, and Fahren's Park. Here is today’s list of the top 8 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Merced Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Merced | 4/4 | 60 | $1,720 |
| Gateways | 4/4 | 41 | $1,720 |
| Fahren's Park | 3.5/4 | 44 | $2,050 |
| The Crossings at Fahrens Creek | 3.5/4 | 36 | $2,150 |
| Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch | 3.5/4 | 35 | $2,150 |
| North Merced | 3.5/4 | 18 | $2,097 |
| Reverie | 3/4 | 37 | $2,075 |
| South Merced | 3/4 | 24 | $1,722 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Merced, CA
The lowest priced Merced apartment at a property that allows pets is the D2 4 Beds Model at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood starting from $529. The second cheapest Merced Pet Friendly apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Brookdale Gardens, which is a Studio starting at $1,095 in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Merced apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Merced Station | D2 | $529 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,095 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | $1,345 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | $1,350 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | $1,375 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,400 |
| Garden East Apartments | 2br, 1b | $1,450 |
| The Villages | Harvard | $1,500 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,600 |
| Merced Horizons | 1x1 | $1,665 |
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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
How much are Studio apartments in Merced?
There are currently 121 Studio Apartments in Merced with rent ranges from $529 to $1,095 with an average price of $1,377.
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 $825 to $1,830 with an average monthly rent of $1,376.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Merced range from $645 to $2,080. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,584.
How expensive are Merced Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 48 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merced on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,045 to $2,230 - averaging $1,791 for the location.
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