1035 Cardinal Dr, Merced, CA 95340
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OFF MARKET

$385,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 21, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,281 sqft

1035 Cardinal Dr, Merced, CA 95340

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,281 sqft
$301/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to 1035 Cardinal Dr, a delightful rental property that combines comfort, style, and convenience in the heart of Merced, CA. This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is designed for modern living, making it the ideal space for families or professionals seeking a peaceful yet vibrant neighborhood.

Key Features:

Spacious Layout: Enjoy a bright and airy open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a long day.
Enjoy ample natural light in the spacious kitchen, featuring modern appliances and plenty of counter space perfect for culinary enthusiasts and family gatherings.
Comfortable Bedrooms: Three generously sized bedrooms provide plenty of room for everyone, with large windows that fill each room with natural light.
Outdoor Space: Step outside to a lovely backyard, ideal for gardening, barbecues, or simply unwinding in the fresh air.
Prime Location: Nestled in a friendly neighborhood, you'll be just minutes away from local parks, shopping centers, schools, and easy access to major highways.
Don't miss the opportunity to call this charming property your home! Schedule a tour today and experience all that 1035 Cardinal Dr has to offer.

Renter is responsible for all utilities.
1035 Cardinal Dr, Merced, CA 95340 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,281 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $202,500 on Sep 2, 2015 (9,105% above the $2,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2024 with an asking price of $2,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 11, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $385,400, with a rent estimate of $1,965/month.

Home Details for 1035 Cardinal Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1035 Cardinal Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3680 Black Hawk Ave, Merced, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$410,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,367 sqft
935 Doe Ct, Merced, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$390,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,338 sqft
3557 Century Cir, Merced, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$374,000
07/08/26
3
2
1,405 sqft
3635 Quail Ave, Merced, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$455,000
08/17/26
3
2
1,716 sqft
975 Doe Ct, Merced, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$399,900
09/04/26
3
2
1,496 sqft
978 Doe Ct, Merced, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$373,000
03/12/26
3
2
1,578 sqft
785 Kinglet Ct, Merced, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$415,000
06/10/26
3
2
1,716 sqft
1423 Hunters Dr, Merced, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$385,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,373 sqft
3922 Black Hawk Ave, Merced, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$400,000
02/02/26
3
2
1,591 sqft
692 Gateway Cir, Merced, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$320,000
07/30/26
3
2
1,571 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Merced

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,965/mo
Average rent
$1.75K
$148MoM
Available listings
328
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Merced

At least 524 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

  • 22 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Annie Dabalos
    "Flea market on weekends to buy noodles at Chinese food truck and ceviche tostadas at the Mexican food trucks. "
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  • Dessuarez2003
    "Merced station specifically is so amazing! So excited to be renewing here! This community has been a great place to live, and the by-bedspace leasing makes it easy for me to save money while focusing on my studies. The environment is comfortable, the amenities are convenient, and everyone here is genuinely friendly. I’m really happy to call this place home for another year! "
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  • Jamangel1
    "Lots of new builds coming soon to the area. There are parks and new stores and a new school being built in the next few years."
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  • Jamangel1
    "Great place to live. Lots of walking trails , close to shops and restaurants, easy freeway access, and expressway to UCM. "
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  • Farrah
    "Be aware of stray dogs and cats. Also people like to dump their trash in the streets, and allow their dogs to bark incessantly."
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  • Salvador Reyes
    "Always look after your kids if or when playing outside because there are many cars that drive reckless here and pass by speeding"
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  • Trulia User
    "The parks and big open spaces like fileds and the mellowness around the area, can’t wait for more parks to become available "
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  • Jenifernigh38
    "ny home is a old beautiful Victorian built in 1900 quiet neighborhood lots of parking made for older people to just relax and enjoy life"
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  • Sylvia P.
    "I stay here part time. Close to get on N99. But to get here off freeway exit, then you have to take some back roads to get to Franklin. No freeway exit to Franklin Rd."
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  • Ramirez 5.
    "I love where I live it’s next to schools the grocery store has stating and the hospital. I’m hoping it stays safe. "
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  • Lexus S.
    "It’s best to look for homes that are in city limits because there are islands in the city that don’t count as in city limits so they don’t have side walks or parks. "
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  • Rent L.
    "Lots of open space. Lower cost of living. Slow pace and easy access to freeway 99. Many parks, lake and proximity to UC Merced. "
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  • Rebecca F.
    "it's up and coming and you get the county fair flea market every Saturday and the farmers market in town for freshest meat and produce too "
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  • L.donohue
    "This neighborhood has a center park, and outdoor movies night, farmers market, Christmas parade that go through the downtown areas and hiking trials that go through out the city including the city park, green spaces and water features. "
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  • Jamangel1
    "There’s a park in our neighborhood within walking distance from every home. Families are always walking on the paths next to the new Campus Parkway. Soon there will be shopping and easy commute to UCMerced."
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  • Elisa H.
    "Not safe area. Lived here nearly my entire life. No growth opportunity here, not a good place for family. Best thing that happens around here are the Christmas parades."
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  • Angela
    "small community. chooses the right neighborhood and you will have great neighbors. introduction yourself and get to know who you love near."
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  • Angela
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for three years and I like it. Picking the right neighborhood is important though so make sure to research. "
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  • Pahn
    "We have movie at the park presented by the City Of Merced during the summer time. Halloween is very popular holiday. "
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  • Reginald N.
    "That it is a busy area with cars . The dog park is too far from resident and that walk would be a tired some walk"
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  • Annette G.
    "This is an established neighborhood where neighbors know each other and look out for each other. There are lots of trees and people like to take walks on the nearby creek path."
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  • Emily G.
    "Horrible neighborhood. I’ve been broken into. I do not recommend moving here. It’s a dangerous area. "
    33
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  • Bdenatly
    "There are few small parks, but no dedicated dog parks and all dogs must stay on leash in the parks. The yards are on the small size and really only suitable for small breed dogs. "
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  • Mariah M. D.
    "that everyone around are dog friendly and enjoy having there pets around the area. everyone around here walks there dogs on a daily. "
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  • Luis F. M. M.
    "Love Merced is a great opportunity for community service,the Merced theatre is coming along with events that are food to be a part off "
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  • Vanygonz54
    "All the neighbors watch out for each other and make sure the area is safe. I like how when one neighbor is gone they feel safe leaving due to all the neighbors having each other’s back "
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  • Starlitegoddess14
    "I've lived here for 3 years . people are nice and friendly and look out for each other. safe and well maintained neighborhood"
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  • Deborahlgiannone
    "There is a 5 minutes to shopping areas easily driveable. Bus pick up near. Uber and Taxi available. Senior mobile transit available."
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  • Estrzartz
    "This area has lots of dog owners, and I see lots of people walking here. Everyone is very friendly, and the people who walk their dogs are really responsible for what their dogs leave behind by carrying little plastic bags!"
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  • Stephanie H.
    "Merced i actually a pretty alright city to live in. There isn't a lot of social sites or things to do but the city is definitely growing and expanding into a nice place. The crime and violence has significantly decreased through out the passing years and the school all seem to do a great job with our education. It's definitely a much cleaner and nicer city than nearby areas like Fresno or Modesto. "
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  • Sue J.
    "I only live 10 minutes from work. Traffic moves well,not a lot of road work or obstacles. Streets are maintained well as are sidewalks. My neighborhood is well kept and quiet. The neighborhoods surrounding me are clean and the homeowners have pride in . "
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  • Cl.hairstyles
    "In my neighborhood there is a lot of access to public transportation. Is close to downtown areas and highways. Is only 15 mins to community college or UC."
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  • Lynn D.
    "My neighbor has a short distant to the public transportation that go to the UC Merced. We feel safe in this neighborhood, it’s also nice and clean."
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  • Lisa
    "My community has easy access to public transportation, & uber cars. Also, traffic isn’t too crazy out here! "
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  • Jamangel1
    "Newer neighborhood near the Campus Parkway. Nice park in the neighborhood with schools nearby. Bike and walking areas."
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  • Katherine W.
    "Dog owners should beware other of other dogs roaming freely because you don't know if that other dog will be friendly or aggressive. "
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  • Lisa J.
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time. I haven't had a problem with people and their animals."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 11, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,200
Dec 9, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,250
Dec 3, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,250
Dec 3, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,250
Nov 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,250

Frequently asked questions about 1035 Cardinal Dr

  • What is 1035 Cardinal Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1035 Cardinal Dr in Merced, CA is $385,400.
  • What is the price history for 1035 Cardinal Dr?
    1035 Cardinal Dr in Merced, CA last sold for $202,500 in September 2015.
  • Is Merced a buyer's or seller's market?
    Merced is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Merced?
    The median sale price in Merced is $376K. That is down $6.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1035 Cardinal Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 1035 Cardinal Dr in Merced, CA has a pool.
  • Does 1035 Cardinal Dr have parking?
    Yes, 1035 Cardinal Dr in Merced, CA has on-site parking.

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