1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (90 Rentals)

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Sierra Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Meadows

720 W 15th StMerced, CA 95340
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Yosemite Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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Saratoga
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga

669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348

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Brookdale North
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookdale North

344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Tioga Apartment Homes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tioga Apartment Homes

705-715 W Main StMerced, CA 95340
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5 W 25th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

5 W 25th St

5 W 25th StMerced, CA 95340
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15 W 21st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

15 W 21st St

15 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
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Crest Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Crest Apartments

341-351 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
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144 W 20th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

144 W 20th St

144 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340

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255 Brookdale Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

255 Brookdale Dr

255 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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214-242 12th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

214-242 12th St

214-242 12th StMerced, CA 95341
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246 W 18th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

246 W 18th St

246 W 18th StMerced, CA 95340
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1839 V St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1839 V St

1839 V StMerced, CA 95340
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719 W 23rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

719 W 23rd St

719 W 23rd StMerced, CA 95340
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1002 W 22nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1002 W 22nd St

1002 W 22nd StMerced, CA 95340
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332 W 20th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

332 W 20th St

332 W 20th StMerced, CA 95340
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163 W 16th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

163 W 16th St

163 W 16th StMerced, CA 95340
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Downtown Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Merced area of Merced, CA is found at Swiss Colony and is listed at 675 square feet priced from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 1x1675 Sq Ft$1,400
Castle ApartmentsCastle One650 Sq Ft$1,436
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage638 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Merced of Merced, CA is the 1 Bedroom Cottage Model starting from $1,395 at Grand Resort Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Merced is currently $1,318. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage$1,395
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 1x1$1,400
Castle ApartmentsCastle One$1,436

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Merced, Merced, CA

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in Merced, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California, including Merced. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Merced Neighborhood in Merced, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Merced with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Merced is at Grand Resort Apartments listed at $1,395.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Merced is $1,318.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Merced is a 675 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at Swiss Colony.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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