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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 decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,000
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
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,175$1,488$2,000$2,350$1,800
Townhomes—$1,400$2,050—$1,400
Apartments and Condos$1,150$1,450$1,783$1,489$1,250
Houses$1,000$1,700$2,050$2,350$2,200
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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 $1,400 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 $2,200 per month. This is about 14% 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 27% 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 $180 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Merced, CA?
    There are 330 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.
  • What are some zip codes in Merced, CA?
    Merced, CA includes zip codes such as: 95340, 95341, 95348, 95343, 95344.
  • What are some cities near Merced, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Atwater, Planada, Winton, El Nido, Cressey. These cities may have more rental options to explore.