
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (128 Rentals)


Grand Resort Apartments

Castle Apartments

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Swiss Colony

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments

Willow Glen

Bear Creek North

The Villages

Granville Apartments

Willowbrook Apartments
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651 Q St

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1420 Lansing St

3112 Denver Ave

132 W 18th St

355 W 22nd St

52 E 12th St

407-409 E Alexander Ave

267 W Alexander Ave

1705 W N Bear Creek Dr

1694 Conestoga Dr
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1819 Q St

291 W Alexander Ave

80 E 12th St

1936 K St

2205 O St

River Glen Apartments

263 E 9th St

1680 Conestoga Dr

323-329 W 11th St

1903 Shadow Brook Dr
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1540 Ellen Ct

1720-1726 Conestoga Dr

37 E 12th St

1560 Ellen Ct

1788 Loughborough Dr

810-812 W 12th St

420 N St

Normandy Apartments

1685-1695 Ellen Ave

1913 Shadowbrook Dr
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1314 W 3rd St

K Street Apartments

606-614 N St

555 W 12th St

1933 Shadow Brook Dr

Mi Casa Apartments

Gateway Terrace

1815-1837 O St

15 W 21st St

Crest Apartments
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 | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $825 | $1,625 |
Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,200 | $2,060 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $1,500 | $2,200 |
| Downtown Merced 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Largest Available Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Merced area of Merced, CA is found at Swiss Colony and is listed at 1,055 square feet priced from $1,650. 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 2x2 | 1,055 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA | 1,020 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| The Villages | Yale | 888 Sq Ft | $1,510 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | 874 Sq Ft | $1,345 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 864 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Castle Apartments | 21 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Merced of Merced, CA is the 2 Bedroom Bungalow Model starting from $1,345 at Grand Resort Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Merced is currently $1,561. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | $1,345 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,450 |
| The Villages | Yale | $1,510 |
| Castle Apartments | 21 | $1,550 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 2x1 | $1,550 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,600 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | $1,745 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Merced is $1,561.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Merced is a 1,055 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Swiss Colony.
What is the average size for Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown Merced is currently 0 sq ft.
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