
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateways Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $600 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Gateways area of Merced.


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1684 Conestoga Dr

80 E 12th St

1936 K St

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139 W 18th St

535 W 23rd St

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2355 K St

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateways Studio Apartments | $789 | $789 | $789 |
| Gateways 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $825 | $1,625 |
| Gateways 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,200 | $1,895 |
| Gateways 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,650 | $2,200 |
| Gateways 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 13 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 1 Bed unit found at 617 W Santa Fe Ave priced from $895. Grand Resort Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Bungalow | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateways, CA
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gateways area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1420 Lansing St Model at 1420 Lansing St in the in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Gateways 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 Gateways apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1420 Lansing St | 1420 Lansing St | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Grand Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 651 Q St | 651 Q St | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateways Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gateways?
The cheapest apartment in Gateways is 617 W Santa Fe Ave which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Gateways costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gateways?
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 Gateways 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 Gateways?
Cheap apartments in Gateways have an average cost of $285 which is $2,215 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gateways.
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