
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateways Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Gateways, Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gateways?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gateways Studio Apartments | $1,217 | $895 | $1,700 |
Gateways 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $895 | $1,695 |
Gateways 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $1,100 | $2,850 |
Gateways 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
Gateways 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gateways Neighborhood of Merced, CA.
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Cheapest Available Gateways Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gateways area of Merced, CA is a Studio unit found at Swiss Colony priced from $1,300. Grand Resort Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,345. Here are the most affordable Gateways apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Bungalow | 2BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateways, CA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gateways area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Willowbrook Apartments in the in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,455. The second greatest value Gateways apartment is the Fully Furnished Corporate Villa Model at Grand Resort Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gateways apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Grand Resort Apartments | Fully Furnished Corporate Villa | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
953 W 18th St, Unit 953 | 953 W 18th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
60 E 12th St | 60 E 12th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
57 W 18th St, Unit 57 | 57 W 18th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
906 W 22nd St | 906 W 22nd St | Studio ,1BA | $17.00 |
2855 M St, Unit NA | 2855 M St | 2BR,1BA | $14.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGateways, Merced, CA
Ranked #11
Among neighborhoods in Merced, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Gateways Neighborhood in Merced, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateways Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gateways?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gateways is at Swiss Colony listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gateways Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gateways Apartment is $1,395 at Grand Resort Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gateways Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gateways is starting from $1,345 at Grand Resort Apartments.
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