
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateways Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $600 (7 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 | $1,141 | $975 | $1,300 |
Gateways 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $950 | $1,845 |
Gateways 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,300 | $2,850 |
Gateways 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,565 | $2,175 |
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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 2355 K St priced from $975. Brookdale Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Gateways apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2355 K St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateways, CA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gateways area is the $1.48 price per square foot B3 Model at Granville in the in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value Gateways apartment is the Monterey Model at Village Landing starting at $1,755 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the The Crossings 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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Granville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Village Landing | Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
Grand Resort Apartments | Fully Furnished Corporate Villa | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
Castle Apartments | Castle One | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
2355 K St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
2855 M St, Unit NA | 2855 M St | 2BR,1BA | $14.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGateways, Merced, CA
Ranked #9
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 2355 K St listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gateways Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gateways Apartment is $1,330 at Castle 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.
What is the most affordable Gateways Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gateways Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willowbrook II and starts from $1,565.
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