Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Merced Neighborhood of Merced, CA from $700 (33 Rentals)

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2029-2045 O St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

2029-2045 O St

2029-2045 O StMerced, CA 95340

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2324 Q St
Studio Apartments

2324 Q St

2324 Q StMerced, CA 95340
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3318 R St
Studio Apartments

3318 R St

3318 R StMerced, CA 95348
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3302 R St
Studio Apartments

3302 R St

3302 R StMerced, CA 95348

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3346 R St
Studio Apartments

3346 R St

3346 R StMerced, CA 95348
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807 W 19th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

807 W 19th St

807 W 19th StMerced, CA 95340
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3328 R St
Studio Apartments

3328 R St

3328 R StMerced, CA 95348
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Park View Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park View Estates

925 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Village Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Meadows

1163 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Buena Vista Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Buena Vista Apartments

3100 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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Sierra Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Village

1127 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Yosemite Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yosemite Apartments

3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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The Hampshire
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hampshire

3460 R StMerced, CA 95348
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Cheapest Available South Merced Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Bungalow1BR,1BA$1,345
Willowbrook Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Merced, CA

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Merced area is the $1.59 price per square foot RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA Model at Willowbrook Apartments in the in the Mill House at Fahrens Creek neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value South Merced apartment is the 1 Bedroom Cottage Model at Grand Resort Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Mill House 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.
Willowbrook ApartmentsRENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.59
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Cottage1BR,1BA$2.19

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Merced Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Merced Apartment is $1,345 at Grand Resort Apartments.

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 $1,495 at Grand Resort Apartments.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.