Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $800 (17 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Merced?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Merced Studio Apartments | $1,158 | $975 | $1,300 |
North Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $1,316 | $1,845 |
North Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $1,400 | $2,145 |
North Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,895 | $2,095 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA.
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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 Swiss Colony priced from $1,300. Castle Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,452. Here are the most affordable North Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Castle Apartments | Castle One | 1BR,1BA | $1,452 |
Sahara Apartments | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1,583 |
Northwood Village | 2x1 Redwood Remodel | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merced, CA
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Merced area is the $2.01 price per square foot 2x1 Redwood Remodel Model at Northwood Village in the in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value North Merced apartment is the 21 Model at Sahara Apartments starting at $1,583 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch 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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Northwood Village | 2x1 Redwood Remodel | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Sahara Apartments | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Castle Apartments | Castle One | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
2855 M St, Unit NA | 2855 M St | 2BR,1BA | $14.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Merced Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Merced Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Merced Apartment is $1,400 at Swiss Colony.
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 $1,583 at Sahara Apartments.
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