Apartments For Rent in Atwater, CA

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Apartments For Rent Near Atwater, CA

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What Locals Say about Atwater

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Atwater, CA: easy-living farm town with swift freeway links and neighborly, low-key pace. People like quick Highway 99/140 access, quiet blocks, parks, pools, and a friendly, safe vibe. They dislike speeding, scarce nightlife, summer heat, and rising homelessness, theft, and drugs.
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet peaceful friendly ."
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  • Trulia User
    "Small town atmosphere, with big holiday celebrations for the entire community… Easter, 4th of July, Halloween, Veterans Day, thanksgiving and Christmas…home sweet home"
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  • Cj.soza
    "Close to the freeway easy access to hwy 140 into Merced. Downtown Atwater is 10 min away. Merced downtown is 15-20 min. "
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  • Trulia User
    "nice blocks , well kept neighborhood. my friend works there , lawn service. I really want to live there. they have 3 pools and it's gated & safe. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I see people using the bus stop down the street where I live. Easy access. My neighbors mind there own business, yards are clean, inside castle garden it feels safe to walk, great areas for the kids to play. There’s a community pool and it has a fence with a lock so the kids can’t get in unless they have supervision."
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  • Jeff
    "Not to bad I drive to Modesto daily, I drive early enough that the traffic is non existent, make sure you have an economical car"
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  • Hilaryduff
    "People walk their dogs and just leave their poop so if you don’t like picking up your dogs poop then this is a perfect place for you. No one says anything. Most people won’t let you pet their dog either. Most dogs are for protecting so that’s why they won’t pet them. "
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  • Amyodessa
    "I commute 40 miles. The great thing abbot my commute is the freeway access. I jump right on the freeway and I'm on my way."
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  • Dreamcatcher1209429
    "I don’t drive but it’s way better the the Bay Area or Fresno or Modesto or even Turlock. 99 is scary. There’s a lot of homeless people here now and A LOT of druggies/ mentally ill. When I first moved here they were not aloud to live on the streets and it was WAY nicer. Only person you saw on the side walk was a nice man with a smile sign. Now you have to hide everything and make sure you’ve locked everything up super good can’t open your blinds or leave your mail longer then an hour or leave anything visible in your car. It’s better then a big city but the police won’t do anything unless they feel like it. "
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  • Wyvonne B.
    "I live in a senior community. Where everyone is nice & respectful to each other. We help each other here!!! It is Castlewood Sr Community on Buhach"
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  • Sharonmarts349
    "Nice quiet neighborhood, friendly neighbors, close to shopping, above average school’s, houses and yards are well maintained."
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  • Christina F.
    "It's a nice quiet neighborhood. There are a lot of parks where dogs can play. There are some trails for the dogs to walk on. You often see people walking their dogs. "
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  • Javier V.
    "Great place to live! There aren’t many places like Atwater that have the same sense of community and love. Like anywhere else there are bad areas and influences we would rather not have around. However the pros always outweigh the cons! In looking for a place to call home there is no where else in California I would rather see myself raising my family then in Atwater California."
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  • Thestraycat
    "I don’t drive but the bus is down the street picks up about every hour only one way though you can walk to the transpo it’s about a mile and a half away. That can get you to Merced Turlock and other places in Atwater "
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  • Dreamcatcher1209429
    "Watch you’re kids cars fly by and don’t really pay attention. Drinking and driving happens often. No parks are really safe. I’ve seen needles and drugs left around or needles in the grass at the parks. Theirs theifs all around"
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  • Rebecca T.
    "Families, older people, but it’s a good neighborhood. Near two elementary schools. Not as many homeless people in Atwater. No stray dogs roaming like in Merced. "
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  • Bashsbunka
    "We have flea markets on Mon and Wednesday ,also on thurs and Sun :We also have lots of yard sales for ind or communities churches.Lots of sport themed events, and we also have a few of friendly locations to dine out .Lots of friendly people to meet"
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  • Fairy.sandie
    "Busy in the mornings since I live by a high school. Other than that not to bad till you get close to the college which is also pretty busy in the mornings. 16 minute ride usually. "
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  • Madistcast
    "they plan street fairs n have church give aways. they also have raffles and food they give out for free "
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  • lacey f.
    "management sucks they don't ever fix anything on time... ants are a huge problem here no matter how many time you spray they come right back it's like living on top of an ant hill .. this place sucks and I would not recommend it to anyone "
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  • Trent D.
    "super clean friendly and quiet neighborhood. also like the convenience of there being anything you need within a few min drive or walk. "
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  • Sharayha t.
    "I have lived in my current residence for about 5 years. The neighbors are good people and we all watch out for each other’s property’s and inform each other when we feel any suspicious activity is going on which is not often. I like our location because we are right down the street from the park and It’s nice to be able to walk. Pretty good neighborhood, just a very busy main street where most people drive too fast. "
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  • Sandra P.
    "close to golf course and school. neighbors are nice and pretty quiet. They let you know if something has happened while away."
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  • Breanna
    "It’s a safe community where you can sleep with the windows open. People know each other on a first name basis and will keep an eye out for you and your safety."
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  • Moni006
    "The location is great. If you like to play golf we are right next to the golf course. The neighborhood is safe. "
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  • Ryan D.
    "I've live here since October of 17. It is nice and quiet. Peggy Heller is a really good school. Not much to do in the immediate area. Merced is alright."
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  • amador a.
    "If you party then this is not the place for you. The residence in this area are mainly retirees and professionals. They are all one acre lots and up. No small properties in the area."
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Average Rent Trends in Atwater, CA

Rent in Atwater, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Oct 2025$2,079
Nov 2025$2,100
Dec 2025$1,600
Jan 2026$1,500
Feb 2026$1,600
Mar 2026$1,570
Apr 2026$1,595
May 2026$1,400
Jun 2026$1,275
Jul 2026$1,408
Aug 2026$1,500
Sep 2026$1,753
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In September 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$900$1,275$2,100$2,300$1,550
Apartments and Condos$900$1,275$1,200—$1,261
Houses—$1,250$2,100$2,300$2,300
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Atwater, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Atwater, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Atwater, CA is $1,261 per month. This is about 35% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Atwater, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Atwater, CA was lowest in Dec 2025 when it was $1,600 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Atwater, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Atwater, CA was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,250 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Atwater, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Atwater, CA is $900 per month. That is about $400 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Atwater, CA?
    There are 26 available rental listings in Atwater, CA.
  • What are some zip codes in Atwater, CA?
    Atwater, CA includes zip codes such as: 95301, 95334, 95342.
  • What are some cities near Atwater, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Livingston, Cressey, Winton, Merced, Delhi. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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