Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $700 (5 Rentals)

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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South Merced, Merced, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Merced Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Merced area of Merced, CA is a Studio unit found at 2355 K St priced from $975. Swiss Colony has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable South Merced apartments for rent in Merced, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2355 K StStudioStudio,1BA$975
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled StudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Bungalow2BR,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Merced, CA

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Merced area is the $1.48 price per square foot B3 Model at Granville in the in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value South Merced apartment is the Carmel Upstairs Model at Village Landing starting at $1,655 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Merced apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
GranvilleB32BR,2BA$1.48
Village LandingCarmel Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.86
Grand Resort ApartmentsFully Furnished Corporate Villa2BR,1BA$3.26
953 W 18th St, Unit 953953 W 18th St2BR,2BA$2.12
Sahara Apartments212BR,1BA$2.06
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 1x11BR,1BA$2.07
Castle ApartmentsCastle One1BR,1BA$2.01
2355 K St1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.18
906 W 22nd St906 W 22nd StStudio ,1BA$17.00

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South Merced, Merced, CA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Merced, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Merced Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Merced?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Merced is at 2355 K St listed at $975.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Merced Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Merced Apartment is $1,200 at 2355 K St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Merced Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Merced is starting from $1,345 at Grand Resort Apartments.

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