
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA (36 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Merced area of Merced that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Swiss Colony

Garden East Apartments

Brookdale Gardens

The Villages

Bear Creek Park

Bear Creek North

Willowbrook Apartments

137 W 19th St, Unit 3
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1335 W 23rd St

234 W 21st St

820 W 23rd St

2685 Agnes Way

3086 Beverly Ct

River Glen Apartments

Bear Creek Terrace
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Courtyard Apartments

River Canyon Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

Brookdale North

Osito Apartments

1680-1695 Ellen Ave

Meadowlark Apartments

Village Meadows

Park View Estates
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Lincoln Garden Apartments

Brookdale Manor

Bear Creek Manor

Arbor Apartments

Sierra Village

315-333 3rd St

1315-1361 W 2nd St

Merced West Apartments

Mountain View Apartments
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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 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Merced
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Merced of Downtown Merced is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at 617 W Santa Fe Ave, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $895. The second cheapest Downtown Merced Pet Friendly apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Studio unit at Brookdale Gardens starting at $1,095. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Merced apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $895 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,095 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 2 Bedroom Bungalow | $1,345 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | $1,350 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | $1,375 |
| Garden East Apartments | 2br, 1b | $1,450 |
| The Villages | Harvard | $1,500 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Merced, Merced, CA
Ranked #13
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with kids? this area has now become known as a good neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and great education opportunities for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and greenspace? Downtown Merced has come to be providing really good access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog and cat owners, listen up! this area is known as one of our preferred submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Merced
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Merced?
There are currently 137 Studio Apartments in Downtown Merced with rent ranges from $895 to $1,095 with an average price of $1,376.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Merced Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Merced ranges from $825 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,265.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Merced cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Merced range from $1,100 to $2,050. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,564.
How expensive are Downtown Merced Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 44 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Merced on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,200 to $2,200 - averaging $1,750 for the location.
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