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2065 Atwater Blvd, Unit D
2065 Atwater BlvdAtwater, CA 95301
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merced County, CA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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617 W Santa Fe Ave
617 W Santa Fe AveMerced, CA 95340
3745 Hospital Rd
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Brookdale Gardens
147 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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1672 Thistle Ln, Unit ADU
1672 Thistle LnLos Banos, CA 93635
355 W 22nd St
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Pacheco Village Apartments
2241 Gilbert Gonzalez Jr DrLos Banos, CA 93635
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The Retreat at Merced
1137 B StMerced, CA 95341
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Sierra Meadows
720 W 15th StMerced, CA 95340
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Yosemite Apartments
3270-3278 Denver AveMerced, CA 95348
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Redwood Apartments
2307-2359 Redwood AveAtwater, CA 95301
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Meredith Manor Apartments
385 Meredith AveGustine, CA 95322
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Saratoga
669 Loughborough DrMerced, CA 95348
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Aptos Park
2849 Nashua StAtwater, CA 95301
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1701-1719 Elm Ave
1701-1719 Elm AveAtwater, CA 95301
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The Grove Merced
340 S Parsons AveMerced, CA 95341
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Ridgeview Meadows
2111 Cold Springs AveMerced, CA 95341
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2355 K St
2355 K StMerced, CA 95340
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Sunny View Apartments
988 D StMerced, CA 95340
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Galaxie Apartments
836-848 Mercey Springs RdLos Banos, CA 93635
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Bear Creek
1509 N Plainsburg RdPlanada, CA 95365
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Vintage West Apartments
1000 Front StLivingston, CA 95334
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Overland Court Apartments - 62+ Senior Living
417 Rockport DrLos Banos, CA 93635
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Brookdale North
344 Brookdale DrMerced, CA 95340
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Merced County, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merced County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced County Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
| Merced County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $705 | $1,758 |
| Merced County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $645 | $1,995 |
| Merced County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $1,045 | $2,280 |
| Merced County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $529 | $2,635 |
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Cheapest Available Merced County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Merced County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Merced in the Central Merced neighborhood priced from $528. Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $529. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merced County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $528 |
| Merced Station | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $529 |
| 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 |
| Castle Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| # Illinois 918 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced County, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merced County area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Olive Tree Apartments in the in the Chemurgic neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Merced County apartment is the Lancaster Model at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community starting at $1,705 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Claremont Reserve in Atwater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merced County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Tree Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community | Lancaster | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 1422 Lansing St, Unit NA | 1422 Lansing St | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 1420 Lansing St | 1420 Lansing St | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Granville Luxury Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Garden East Apartments | 2br, 1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Retreat at Merced | One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merced County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced County Apartment is $528 at The Retreat at Merced.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merced County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced County is starting from $660 at Merced Station.
What is the most affordable Merced County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merced County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community and starts from $1,705.
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