
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (117 Rentals)


Sahara Apartments

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Swiss Colony

Castle Apartments

The Villages

Bear Creek Park

Bear Creek North

Willowbrook Apartments

617 W Santa Fe Ave

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2177 Weston Way
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958 Barney St

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920 W 13th St, Unit #B Rear

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1207-1209 Merced Ave

1007 W 18th St

134 S Parsons Ave

1930 K St

1684 Conestoga Dr

515 W Main St

1089 E 21st St
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76 E 12th St

1578 E 21st St

324 W 20th St

2128 K St

2142 K St

655 W 7th St

234 W 21st St

2302-2306 Willow Ave

TwelveThirteen

336 W 12th St
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810-812 W 12th St

2240-2922 Glen Ave

887 Pine St

Evergreen Apartments

1540 Ellen Ct

1720-1726 Conestoga Dr

Evergreen Apartments

113-117 E 11th St

1521 E Santa Fe Dr

101 East 12th Street
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144 W 20th St

228 W 21st St

1909 P St

1002 W 22nd St

243-245 E 23rd St

332 W 20th St

163 W 16th St

1911 U St

5 W 25th St

15 W 21st St
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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 | $928 | $799 | $1,095 |
Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $825 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $1,100 | $2,050 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 117 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA.
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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 The Villages and is listed at 835 square feet priced from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villages | Harvard | 835 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 675 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Bungalow | 638 Sq Ft | $1,345 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 625 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Merced of Merced, CA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $895 at 617 W Santa Fe Ave. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Merced is currently $1,265. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $895 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Bungalow | $1,345 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | $1,350 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | $1,375 |
| The Villages | Harvard | $1,500 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 617 W Santa Fe Ave listed at $895.
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 $1,265.
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 835 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at The Villages.
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 550 sq ft.
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