
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (115 Rentals)


Sahara Apartments

Grand Resort Apartments

Bear Creek North

The Villages

Osito Apartments

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958 Barney St

154 S Parsons Ave

823 W 21st St

144 S Parsons Ave
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32 S Parsons Ave

1207-1209 Merced Ave

328 W 13th St

2407-2407 O St

1007 W 18th St

1930 K St

70 E 12th St

11 W 25th St

2307 N St

123 W 20th St
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655 W 7th St

E12th 101

147 N. Parsons Ave.

336 W 12th St

1540 Ellen Ct

1720-1726 Conestoga Dr

Evergreen Apartments

Cabana Apartments

2302-2306 Willow Ave

2240-2922 Glen Ave
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887 Pine St

Evergreen Apartments

TwelveThirteen

296 E 11th St

810-812 W 12th St

113-117 E 11th St

1521 E Santa Fe Dr

144 W 20th St

228 W 21st St

1909 P St
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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

2029-2045 O St

2207 K St

423 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 | $1,397 | $1,095 | $1,700 |
Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $950 | $1,900 |
| Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $1,150 | $2,145 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $1,600 | $2,040 |
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There are currently 115 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 Sahara Apartments and is listed at 650 square feet priced from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 638 Sq Ft | $1,345 | |
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 573 Sq Ft | $546 |
| Osito Apartments | 1X1 | 550 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| E12th 101 | 1BR/1.0BA | 550 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
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 $546 at The Retreat at Merced. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Merced is currently $1,285. 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 | $546 |
| E12th 101 | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,000 |
| Osito Apartments | 1X1 | $1,125 |
| 147 N. Parsons Ave. | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,200 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Upstairs | $1,345 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | $1,395 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartments
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 $1,285.
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 650 square feet unit starting from $1,395 at Sahara Apartments.
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 660 sq ft.
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