1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (102 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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Ridgeview Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeview Meadows

2111 Cold Springs AveMerced, CA 95341
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Creekside Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

2813 Park AveMerced, 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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228 W 21st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

228 W 21st St

228 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340

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1909 P St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1909 P St

1909 P 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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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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1911 U St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1911 U St

1911 U StMerced, CA 95340
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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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236 W 19th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

236 W 19th St

236 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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252 W 19th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

252 W 19th St

252 W 19th 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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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$1,361
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage638 Sq Ft$1,395
The Retreat at MercedOne Bedroom/One Bathroom573 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 $1,371. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Retreat at MercedOne Bedroom/One Bathroom$528
Castle ApartmentsCastle One$1,361
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage$1,395
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 1x1$1,400

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Merced, Merced, CA

Ranked #11

Among cities in California 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 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 $1,371.

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.

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 672 sq ft.

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