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Brookdale Gardens
147 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $749 (30 Rentals)
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The Villages
3342 M StMerced, CA 95348
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Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments
2841 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
273 W Alexander Ave
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Northwood Village
255 Snowhaven CtMerced, CA 95348
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Sahara Apartments
200 Seneca StMerced, CA 95340
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Castle Apartments
3044 G StMerced, CA 95340
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261 W Alexander Ave
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Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments
2813 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
159 W Alexander Ave
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3158 College Ave
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Swiss Colony
3075 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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$1,550 - $2,0451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bear Creek North
2932-2984 M StMerced, CA 95348
3035 Colony Park Dr
MercedCA95340
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Laurel Glen
777 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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617 W Santa Fe Ave
617 W Santa Fe AveMerced, CA 95340
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2355 K St
2355 K StMerced, CA 95340
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Saratoga
669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Brookdale North
344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Garden East Apartments
295 E Olive AveMerced, 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
1197 E Alexander Ave
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2678 K St
MercedCA95340
1185 Partridge Dr
MercedCA95340
628 Gateway Dr
MercedCA95340
303 Diane Ct
MercedCA95348
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635 Stanford Ct
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2974 Westminster Ct
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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 | $1,487 | $1,345 | $1,800 |
| North Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,350 | $2,045 |
| North Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $1,600 | $2,040 |
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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 Studio unit found at Brookdale Gardens priced from $1,095. Castle Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable North Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Castle Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Northwood Village | 2x1 Redwood | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Villages | Oxford | 2BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merced, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Merced area is the $1.90 price per square foot The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups Model at Bear Creek North in the in the Gateways neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value North Merced apartment is the 2x1 Redwood Model at Northwood Village starting at $1,495 with a $1.72 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek North | The Harbor Remodel W/D Hook Ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Northwood Village | 2x1 Redwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Villages | Harvard Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Castle Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.55 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Merced Apartments
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 3 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.