Apartments for Rent in the Central Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (147 Rentals)

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958 Barney St
$1,100
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958 Barney St

958 Barney StMerced, CA 95340
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property at 322 W 23rd St

$1,645

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 8

322 W 23rd St

MercedCA95340
property at 132 W 18th St

$1,295

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132 W 18th St
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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46 W 18th St
Studio Apartments

46 W 18th St

46 W 18th StMerced, CA 95340

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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25 W 18th St
Studio Apartments

25 W 18th St

25 W 18th StMerced, CA 95340
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163 W 16th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

163 W 16th St

163 W 16th StMerced, CA 95340
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155-161 19th St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

155-161 19th St

155-161 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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144 W 20th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

144 W 20th St

144 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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236 W 19th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

236 W 19th St

236 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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246 W 18th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

246 W 18th St

246 W 18th StMerced, CA 95340
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252 W 19th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

252 W 19th St

252 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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203 W 20th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

203 W 20th St

203 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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15 W 21st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15 W 21st St

15 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
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228 W 21st St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

228 W 21st St

228 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
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308 W 20th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

308 W 20th St

308 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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332 W 20th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

332 W 20th St

332 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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154 W 13th St
Studio Apartments

154 W 13th St

154 W 13th StMerced, CA 95341
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2020-2028 K St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2020-2028 K St

2020-2028 K StMerced, CA 95340

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Central Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Central Merced, Merced, CA

Ranked #10

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Merced

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Merced area of Merced, CA?

As of today, August 08, 2026, there are currently 147 available Central Merced apartments priced from $950 to $1,675, with an average monthly rent of $1,208.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Merced Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Merced ranges from $950 to $1,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,084.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.