2398 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
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2398 Explorador Dr
Merced, CA 95340

  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,621 sqft

$539,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,271/mo*
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$539,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,271/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
3 Baths
2,621 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$540K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$10K (-1.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$11K (+2.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +9% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$537K
July 2026$538K
June 2026$548K
May 2026$549K
April 2026$545K
March 2026$551K
February 2026$540K
January 2026$539K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2409 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$500,000
12/22/25
6
3
2,621
2376 Urdaneta Way, Merced, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$480,000
08/11/26
5
3
2,502
2415 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA
0.08
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-
-
1
1
443
2367 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$460,000
06/11/26
4
3
2,111
2465 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$485,000
11/05/25
5
3
2,502
2306 Malaspina Dr, Merced, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$475,000
09/03/25
4
3
2,282
2396 Aviles Dr, Merced, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$594,000
03/18/26
4
3
2,568
2378 Aviles Dr, Merced, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$565,000
03/20/26
5
3.5
3,167
2337 Malaspina Dr, Merced, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$432,000
01/21/26
3
2
1,898
2363 Narvaez Way, Merced, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$450,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,761

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2391 Gabriel Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.07
$485,000
5
3
2,903
For Sale
2411 Gabriel Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$448,100
3
2
1,782
Off Market
2376 Urdaneta Way, Merced, CA 95340
0.05
$480,000
5
3
2,502
Recently Sold
2409 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.06
$500,000
6
3
2,621
Recently Sold
2413 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$514,000
4
3
2,111
For Sale
2364 Urdaneta Way, Merced, CA 95340
0.07
$455,200
5
3
2,667
Off Market
2438 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.11
$481,600
4
3
2,111
Off Market
2421 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.10
$471,000
5
3
2,502
Off Market
2374 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.05
$508,000
6
3
2,621
Off Market
2375 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$516,600
5
3
2,502
Off Market
3788 Jardin Way, Merced, CA 95340
0.13
$420,700
4
2
1,672
Off Market
2429 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.12
$526,900
6
3
2,621
For Sale

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
2,621 sqft
Price/Sqft
$206
Parking
Attached Garage

About this House

This beautiful 4 year old Lennar home sits on a desirable corner lot in the Moraga community of North Merced. Designed with modern finishes, smart home features, and a spacious open layout, this residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.

 Property Highlights

- 4 year old
- Immaculate open concept layout with luxury vinyl flooring throughout the kitchen, dining, and living areas
= Gourmet chef's kitchen featuring quartz countertops, an oversized island, gas stovetop, and premium stainless steel appliances
- 6 spacious bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms, including a downstairs bedroom and bath ideal for guests or multi generational living
- Elegant owner's suite with a spa inspired bathroom, double quartz vanities, separate shower, and an expansive walk in wardrobe
- All bedrooms include plush carpeting, tall ceilings, abundant natural light, and generous closet space
- Fully equipped Smart Home with the latest automation features plus solar for energy efficiency
- Convenient upstairs laundry room with Samsung washer & dryer, tile flooring, and built in stor

 Location and Lifestyle

- Less than 10 minutes to UC Merced
- One block from CatTracks bus stops for easy campus access
- Minutes from Merced's newest shopping centers, restaurants, and the hospital
- Peaceful neighborhood directly across from a beautiful community park with play structures, basketball courts, and walking paths

 Lease Details

- Owner pays: HOA + front yard landscaping
- Tenant pays: water, sewer, garbage, utilities, solar, and true up electric
- No smoking
- Pets allowed with additional security deposit

 Rent and Deposit
- Monthly Rent: $3,100
- Security Deposit: $3,100

Owner covers HOA fees and front yard landscaping. Tenant is responsible for water, sewer, garbage, electricity, solar charges, and any electricity true-up costs.

The posted rent is based on a maximum of 5 occupants. Additional occupants are subject to landlord approval and may require an adjusted rent.

All applicants must complete a pet screening through our property management system. Small pets may be approved with an additional security deposit. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on the property.
2398 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA 95340 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,621 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $526,000 on Jul 29, 2022 (16,338% above the $3,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2026 with an asking price of $3,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 20, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $539,700, with a rent estimate of $2,933/month.

Home Details for 2398 Explorador Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 20, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,200
May 15, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,200
Oct 19, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Oct 10, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
PriceChange
$2,745
Price increased by 4%
Sep 16, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
PriceChange
$2,646
Price decreased by 5%

Market trends in Merced

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$385K
$1.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$247
$1MoM
Available listings
296
16MoM
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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

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  • 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. "
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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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Frequently asked questions about 2398 Explorador Dr

  • What is 2398 Explorador Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2398 Explorador Dr in Merced, CA is $539,700.
  • What is the price history for 2398 Explorador Dr?
    2398 Explorador Dr in Merced, CA last sold for $526,000 in July 2022.
  • 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 $385K. That is up $1.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 2398 Explorador Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2398 Explorador Dr in Merced, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2398 Explorador Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2398 Explorador Dr in Merced, CA has in-unit laundry.