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920 W 13th St, Unit #B Rear
920 W 13th StMerced, CA 95341
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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2560 Midge AveMerced, CA 95340
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Brookdale Gardens
147 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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958 Barney St
958 Barney StMerced, CA 95340
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442 N St
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1684 Conestoga Dr
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62 W 23rd St, Unit Merced Duplex
62 W 23rd StMerced, CA 95340
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137 W 19th St, Unit 3
137 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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1819 Q St
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3310 R St, Unit A
3310 R StMerced, CA 95348
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The Retreat at Merced
1137 B StMerced, CA 95341
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Sierra Meadows
720 W 15th StMerced, CA 95340
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Yosemite Apartments
3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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617 W Santa Fe Ave
617 W Santa Fe AveMerced, CA 95340
2260 Glen Ave
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Ridgeview Meadows
2111 Cold Springs AveMerced, CA 95341
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2355 K St
2355 K StMerced, CA 95340
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Sunny View Apartments
988 D StMerced, CA 95340
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Crest Apartments
341-351 W 21st StMerced, CA 95340
123 W 20th St
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655 W 7th St
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Saratoga
669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Brookdale North
344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
234 W 21st St
MercedCA95340
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River Glen Apartments
2560 Glen AveMerced, CA 95340
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1047 W 19TH ST - NO AVAILABILITY
1047-1065 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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Tioga Apartment Homes
705-715 W Main StMerced, CA 95340
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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 | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| Downtown Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $895 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,149 | $2,100 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $1,100 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Merced Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Merced area of Merced, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Merced priced from $546. Osito Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Downtown Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $546 |
| Osito Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | 2BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Bear Creek Park | Yosemite - Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Creekside Apartments | Cypress Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Merced, CA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Merced area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1422 Lansing St Model at 1422 Lansing St, Unit NA in the in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Merced apartment is the RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA Model at Willowbrook Apartments starting at $1,625 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Merced apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1422 Lansing St, Unit NA | 1422 Lansing St | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Bear Creek Park | Yosemite - Upstairs | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| 3310 R St, Unit A | 3310 R St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 3321 Santa Rosa Ct, Unit C | 3321 Santa Rosa Ct | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
| Creekside Apartments | Cypress Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 62 W 23rd St, Unit Merced Duplex | 62 W 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 958 Barney St | 958 Barney St | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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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 The Retreat at Merced which is listed at $546, while the average apartment in Downtown Merced costs $1,720.
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 1 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 $346 which is $1,374 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Merced.
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