
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $1,200 (29 Rentals)


80 E 12th St

1936 K St

3112 Denver Ave

Grand Resort Apartments

132 W 18th St

Total Monthly Price
651 Q St
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1705 W N Bear Creek Dr

291 W Alexander Ave

1819 Q St

267 W Alexander Ave

1694 Conestoga Dr

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments

Willow Glen
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Garden East Apartments

407-409 E Alexander Ave

52 E 12th St

Sierra Meadows

The Retreat at Merced

Yosemite Apartments

Ridgeview Meadows
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River Glen Apartments

1047 W 19TH ST - NO AVAILABILITY

Osito Apartments

1680-1695 Ellen Ave

Brookdale North

Tioga Apartment Homes

Park View Estates
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Village Meadows
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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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Merced, Merced, CA
Ranked #6
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Merced Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Merced?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Merced is Grand Resort Apartments which is listed at $1,345, while the average apartment in Downtown Merced costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Merced?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Downtown Merced that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Merced?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Merced have an average cost of $377 which is $2,123 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Merced.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.