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617 W Santa Fe Ave
617 W Santa Fe AveMerced, CA 95340
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $800 (28 Rentals)
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Brookdale Gardens
147 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Bear Creek Park
2841 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
535 W 23rd St
MercedCA95340
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The Villages
3342 M StMerced, CA 95348
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Northwood Village
255 Snowhaven CtMerced, CA 95348
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Swiss Colony
3075 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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Sahara Apartments
200 Seneca StMerced, CA 95340
291 W Alexander Ave
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Bear Creek North
2932-2984 M StMerced, CA 95348
267 W Alexander Ave
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Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments
2813 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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$1,450 - $1,5252 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 9
Garden East Apartments
295 E Olive AveMerced, CA 95340
407-409 E Alexander Ave
MercedCA95340
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Castle Apartments
3044 G StMerced, CA 95340
358 Snowhaven Ct
MercedCA95348
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Saratoga
669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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2355 K St
2355 K StMerced, CA 95340
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Brookdale North
344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Yardley Gardens
3376 G StMerced, CA 95340
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Brookdale Manor
200 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Bear Creek Manor
2929 M StMerced, CA 95348
3530 St Andrews Dr
MercedCA95340
603 Gateway Dr
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104 E Donna Dr
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1040 E Donna Dr
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1197 E Alexander Ave
MercedCA95340
527 Sonora Ave
MercedCA95340
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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 | $1,347 | $825 | $1,625 |
| North Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $1,400 | $2,060 |
| North Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,840 | $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 1 Bed unit found at 617 W Santa Fe Ave priced from $895. Brookdale Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable North Merced 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 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Villages | Yale | 2BR,2BA | $1,510 |
| Castle Apartments | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merced, CA
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Merced area is the $1.75 price per square foot The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups Model at Bear Creek North in the in the Gateways neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value North Merced apartment is the Yale Model at The Villages starting at $1,510 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek 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. |
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| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| The Villages | Yale | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Castle Apartments | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Sahara Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Merced Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Merced?
The cheapest apartment in North Merced is 617 W Santa Fe Ave which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in North Merced costs $2,040.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Merced?
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 2 regular apartments in North Merced that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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