
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (102 Rentals)


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Sahara Apartments

Castle Apartments

Bear Creek North

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments

The Villages

Willowbrook Apartments

617 W Santa Fe Ave

1089 E 21st St
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296 E 11th St

1680 Conestoga Dr

1128 M St

Normandy Apartments

1202 W 1st St

901-1003 Barney St

149-163 W 11th St

1552 W 21st

136 S St

3015 Park Ave
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1350 E 22nd St

Barcelona Apartments

249 St Michelle Dr

214-242 12th St

255 Brookdale Dr

1700-1706 Conestoga Dr

River Canyon Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

246 W 18th St

236 W 19th St
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252 W 19th St

1839 V St

719 W 23rd St

1922 Martin Luther King Jr Way

823-831 W 18th St

2029-2045 O St

2207 K St

423 W 21st St

Greenbriar House

2400-2426 K St

1013-1023 W 14th St

807 W 19th St

Crest Apartments

144 W 20th St

228 W 21st St

1909 P St

Cabana Apartments

113-117 E 11th St

1521 E Santa Fe Dr

101 East 12th Street
Downtown Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Merced Studio Apartments | $1,035 | $789 | $1,100 |
Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $825 | $1,625 |
| Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $1,200 | $2,045 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,500 | $2,200 |
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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 $1,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 675 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Castle Apartments | 11 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Cottage | 638 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 625 Sq Ft | $825 |
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 591 Sq Ft | $528 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Merced of Merced, CA is the One Bedroom/One Bathroom Model starting from $528 at The Retreat at Merced. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Merced is currently $1,320. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | $528 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $895 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | $1,350 |
| Castle Apartments | 11 | $1,375 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Cottage | $1,395 |
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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 The Retreat at Merced listed at $528.
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 $1,320.
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 $1,350 at Swiss Colony.
What is the average size for Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Merced is currently 529 sq ft.
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