Apartments For Rent in Merced, CA
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What Locals Say about Merced
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Merced delivers easy, affordable living with parks, trails, UC access, and fast routes via Hwy 99. People like parks, trails, short commutes, UC proximity, and friendly, quiet blocks. Cons: litter, stray dogs, pockets of crime and homelessness, train noise, limited nightlife.
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Average Rent Trends in Merced, CA
Rent in Merced, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Nov 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | $1,900 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,750 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,850 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,870 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,850 |
| May 2026 | $1,800 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,800 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,803 |
| Aug 2026 | $1,900 |
| Sep 2026 | $1,850 |
| Oct 2026 | $1,775 |
| Nov 2026 | $1,773 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In November 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
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| All home types | $1,150 | $1,400 | $2,000 | $2,250 | $1,800 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,510 | — | — | $1,495 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,150 | $1,344 | $1,800 | $1,400 | $1,295 |
| Houses | $900 | $1,650 | $2,050 | $2,250 | $2,150 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Merced, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Merced, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Merced, CA is $1,359 per month. This is about 30% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Merced, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Merced, CA was lowest in Jul 2025 when it was $1,782 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Merced, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Merced, CA was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,038 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Merced, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is $1,150 per month. That is about $155 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Merced, CA?There are 316 available rental listings in Merced, CA.
- What colleges and universities are in Merced, CA?Colleges and universities in Merced, CA include: University of California Merced.
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