
Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA Under $1,200 (39 Rentals)


Osito Apartments

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958 Barney St

Brookdale Gardens

The Hub Merced

Merced Station

910 W 22nd St

2

32 S Parsons Ave
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144 S Parsons Ave

1106-1112 O St

655 W 7th St

123 W 20th St

1930 K St

70 E 12th St

2307 N St

2407-2407 O St

353 W 22nd St
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1495 Breezeway Ct

2367 River Rock Dr

72 Barrows Ct

1002kst

147 N. Parsons Ave.

River Glen Apartments

Brookdale North

Saratoga

Crest Apartments
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3372-3378 San Mateo Ct

E12th 101

Sunny View Apartments

2355 K St

Ridgeview Meadows

The Grove Merced

617 W Santa Fe Ave

340-347

The Retreat at Merced
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Sierra Meadows
Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,399 | $929 | $1,800 |
| Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,630 | $675 | $2,045 |
| Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,042 | $1,600 | $2,280 |
| Merced 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,864 | $1,029 | $2,700 |
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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 $929 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,399.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Merced range from $675 to $2,045. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,630.
How expensive are Merced Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 38 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merced on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,600 to $2,280 - averaging $2,042 for the location.
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