
Homes for Rent in Merced, CA Under $2,000 (53 Rentals)


3703 Compass Pointe Ave

3749 Compass Pointe Ave

2812 St Bonaventure Dr

1288 Sunup Dr

4244 Rutherford Ave

1880 Barnett Way

464 Lucas Ct

2644 8th Ave

455 Columbia Ave
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151 E Alexander Ave

2926 Crestwood Ct

1836 Cheyenne Dr

3791 Bonifacio Way

3342 El Capitan Ct

2340 Circle Dr

2678 K St

3042 Bea Dr

3563 Century Cir

2685 Agnes Way
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1249 Daybreak Dr

689 Gateway Cir

2205 O St

820 W 23rd St

1859 Heritage Dr

654 Gateway Dr

416 Rice Ct

3090 W Queens Cir

745 E 20th St

1331 Frankfort Ct
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616 W Yosemite Ave

1335 W 23rd St

1690 Stretch Rd

244 W Alexander Ave

1648 W N Bear Creek Dr

261 W 19th St

137 W 19th St, Unit 3

2

118 W 12th St

8

234 W 21st St

3372 San Mateo Ct

655 W 7th St

2142 K St

2128 K St

344 Moab Rim Ct

624 Suzanne Dr

324 W 20th St

33 W 21st St

1495 Breezeway Ct
Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,593 | $1,100 | $2,300 |
| Merced 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,029 | $1,600 | $2,550 |
| Merced 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,287 | $1,950 | $2,600 |
| Merced 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,618 | $2,300 | $3,290 |
| Merced 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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Merced, CAPopulation: 83,316
Ranked #410
in US Census Population by City
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What type of rentals are currently available in Merced?
There are currently 316 Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA with pricing that ranges from $529 to $2,250. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merced ranging from $700 to $3,290.
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 $700 to $3,290 with an average monthly rent of $1,867.
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 $1,045 to $2,230, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $529.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.