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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 (25 Rentals)
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Brookdale Gardens
147 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Bear Creek Park
2841 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
291 W Alexander Ave
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Swiss Colony
3075 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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Sahara Apartments
200 Seneca StMerced, CA 95340
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The Villages
3342 M StMerced, CA 95348
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Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments
2813 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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Garden East Apartments
295 E Olive AveMerced, CA 95340
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Northwood Village
255 Snowhaven CtMerced, CA 95348
1706 Elayne Dr
MercedCA95340
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Bear Creek North
2932-2984 M StMerced, CA 95348
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Castle Apartments
3044 G StMerced, CA 95340
159 W Alexander Ave
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3557 Guadalupe Ave
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358 Snowhaven Ct
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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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Saratoga
669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Yardley Gardens
3376 G StMerced, CA 95340
244 W Alexander Ave
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616 W Yosemite Ave
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Brookdale Manor
200 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
3090 W Queens Cir
MercedCA95340
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Bear Creek Manor
2929 M StMerced, CA 95348
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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 | $1,410 | $825 | $1,825 |
| North Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,350 | $2,025 |
| North Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,920 | $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 |
| Garden East Apartments | 2br, 1b | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Merced, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Merced area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2br, 1b Model at Garden East Apartments in the in the Gardenstone at Bellevue Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value North Merced apartment is the Harvard Model at The Villages starting at $1,475 with a $1.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden East Apartments | 2br, 1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Villages | Harvard | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 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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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Merced Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Merced Apartment is $895 at 617 W Santa Fe Ave.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Merced is starting from $1,450 at Garden East Apartments.
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