
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!


Castle Apartments

Sahara Apartments

Grand Resort Apartments

Brookdale Gardens

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments

Willow Glen

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments

Bear Creek North
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The Villages

Osito Apartments

965 Emory Way

2

3326 Carson Ct

961 W 19th St

River Glen Apartments

Bear Creek Terrace

Courtyard Apartments
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River Canyon Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

Brookdale North

1680-1695 Ellen Ave

Meadowlark Apartments

Village Meadows

Park View Estates

Garden East Apartments

Willowbrook Apartments
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Brookdale Manor

Bear Creek Manor

Arbor Apartments

315-333 3rd St

1315-1361 W 2nd St

Merced West Apartments

Mountain View Apartments

Sierra Village
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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 | $1,526 | $1,150 | $2,145 |
| Downtown Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $1,600 | $2,190 |
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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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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Merced Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Merced area of Merced, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Osito Apartments with prices starting from $1,125 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Swiss Colony scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,550. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osito Apartments | 4/4 | Merced County | $1,125 |
| Swiss Colony | 3.8/4 | Merced County | $1,550 |
| Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments | 3.6/4 | Merced County | $1,600 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 3.4/4 | Merced County | $1,345 |
| Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments | 3.2/4 | Merced County | $1,350 |
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 0BR/1.0BA Model at Brookdale Gardens, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,095. The second cheapest Downtown Merced Pet Friendly apartment is the 1X1 1 Bed unit at Osito Apartments starting at $1,125. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Merced apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,095 |
| Osito Apartments | 1X1 | $1,125 |
| 1047 W 19TH ST | Model 2 | $1,225 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Upstairs | $1,345 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | $1,395 |
| The Villages | Yale | $1,495 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 2x1 | $1,550 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | $1,895 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Merced, Merced, CA
Ranked #10
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 3.5 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 Pet Friendly Downtown Merced Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Merced Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Merced is $1,422.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Merced is a 1,275 square feet unit starting from $1,550 at Bear Creek North.
What is the average size for Downtown Merced Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Merced is currently at 707 sq ft.
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