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617 W Santa Fe AveMerced, CA 95340
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920 W 13th St, Unit #B Rear
920 W 13th StMerced, CA 95341
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2241 Gilbert Gonzalez Jr DrLos Banos, CA 93635
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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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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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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 | $928 | $799 | $1,095 |
| Merced County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $825 | $1,830 |
| Merced County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $645 | $2,080 |
| Merced County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $1,045 | $2,230 |
| Merced County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $529 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Merced County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Merced County, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood priced from $529. 617 W Santa Fe Ave in the Gateways neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merced County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Station | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $529 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Crest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 3372-3378 San Mateo Ct | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced County, CA
As of June 11, 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. |
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| 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 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | RENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Willow Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| 3310 R St, Unit A | 3310 R St | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 3372-3378 San Mateo Ct | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Crest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 617 W Santa Fe Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merced County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merced County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merced County is under $1,345.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merced County?
The cheapest apartment in Merced County is 617 W Santa Fe Ave which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Merced County costs $1,885.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merced County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 29 regular apartments in Merced County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Merced County?
Cheap apartments in Merced County have an average cost of $539 which is $1,346 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merced County.
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