
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merced, CA from $700 (7 Rentals)
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315 Moab Rim Ct

3612 Hatch Rd
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322 W 20th St

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Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merced?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merced 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,592 | $1,400 | $1,800 |
Merced 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,080 | $1,800 | $2,550 |
Merced 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,265 | $1,850 | $2,600 |
Merced 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,488 | $2,095 | $2,600 |
Merced 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Merced, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/03/2025Current apartment rentals in the Merced, CA area range in price from $600 to $2,850 with an overall median price of $1,975. The three Merced neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southwest Merced at $975, Claremont Reserve in Atwater at $950, and Central Merced at $950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Merced Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Southwest Merced | $1,650 | $975 | 30 |
Claremont Reserve in Atwater | $1,800 | $950 | 4 |
Central Merced | $1,825 | $950 | 32 |
Mill House at Fahrens Creek | $1,875 | $975 | 28 |
South Merced | $1,875 | $975 | 29 |
Downtown Merced | $1,895 | $950 | 40 |
Fairview Meadows | $1,895 | $1,195 | 4 |
Gateways | $1,900 | $950 | 33 |
Fahren's Park | $1,945 | $975 | 31 |
North Merced | $2,010 | $600 | 28 |
Cheapest Available Merced Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merced, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Merced in the Central Merced neighborhood priced from $720. Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merced apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
Merced Station | B2-4 | 2BR,2BA | $735 |
2355 K St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merced 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 Merced 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 Merced 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 |
Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
The Villages | Yale | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Willowbrook II | 1BD/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
960 Barney St, Unit na | 960 Barney St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
2355 K St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merced
What type of rentals are currently available in Merced?
There are currently 289 Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,850. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merced ranging from $770 to $2,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merced?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merced ranges from $770 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,885.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merced?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merced range from $1,285 to $2,245, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $735.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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