
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $800 (22 Rentals)
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Bear Creek Park

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Swiss Colony

330 Seneca St

Castle Apartments

The Villages

Creekside Apartments
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Northwood Village

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175 W Alexander Ave

159 W Alexander Ave

Bear Creek North

Sahara Apartments

617 W Santa Fe Ave

2355 K St
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Saratoga

Brookdale North

Garden East Apartments

Yardley Gardens

616 W Yosemite Ave

Brookdale Manor

151 E Alexander Ave
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Bear Creek Manor
North Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Merced Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| North Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,350 | $1,750 |
| North Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,350 | $2,100 |
| North Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $1,600 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available North Merced Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Merced area of Merced, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Bear Creek Park priced from $1,350. Swiss Colony has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable North Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Park | Yosemite - Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Creekside Apartments | Cypress Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Villages | Harvard | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merced, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Merced area is the $1.50 price per square foot Yosemite - Upstairs Model at Bear Creek Park in the in the Gateways neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value North Merced apartment is the Cypress Upstairs Model at Creekside Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Gateways neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Merced apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Park | Yosemite - Upstairs | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Creekside Apartments | Cypress Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Villages | Harvard | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 175 W Alexander Ave | 175 W Alexander Ave | 2BR,1BA | $15.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Merced Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Merced is starting from $1,350 at Bear Creek Park.
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