Apartments For Rent in Merced, CA
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- $1,825 - $1,900/mo2 Beds2 BathsBear Creek Manor/Bear Creek Terrace | 2929 M St #262eacde1,
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What Locals Say about Merced
Review Highlights
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 Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $1,782 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,000 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,038 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,000 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,905 |
| 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 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,175 | $1,500 | $2,025 | $2,350 | $1,810 |
| Townhomes | $1,150 | $1,400 | $1,667 | — | $1,400 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,100 | $1,400 | $1,725 | $1,400 | $1,300 |
| Houses | $1,050 | $1,650 | $2,100 | $2,350 | $2,250 |
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 $1,426 per month. This is about 27% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Merced, CA?The average rent of a house in Merced, CA is $2,250 per month. This is about 15% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Merced, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Merced, CA is $1,400 per month. This is about 28% 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 $1,175 per month. That is about $242 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Merced, CA?There are 328 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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