Listed 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- No smoking
- Tile flooring dining area, kitchen
Location
260 Shafer Ave, Merced, CA 95348, USA
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Merced Stanislaus County Property Management
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Property Overview
260 Shafer Ave in Merced offers appealing value for money, with 37 photos that provide a clear look at the space. Notable features include no smoking and tile flooring in the dining area and kitchen. It may also appeal to those prioritizing pet friendliness and easy-to-clean tile, vinyl, or hardwood floors.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
- Package service
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 260 Shafer Ave
Features
| Carpet | Ceiling Fan |
| Walk-in Closet |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Services
| Concierge Service | On-Site Management |
| Package Service |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 260 Shafer Ave
Available August 14th. Newer DR Horton home in North Merced. The house features tile flooring in the dining area and kitchen which also includes granite countertops and stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop with fridge included. Upstairs, the house features a loft area along with all the bedrooms. The master bedroom features carpet, a ceiling fan and walk in closet. The master bathroom features double granite sinks. Renters pays for gas, electric, water, sewer, garbage and solar. Renter is responsible for the landscaping. No smoking. Pets allowed . Renters insurance is required. All Merced Stanislaus County Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $40.95/month which includes renters insurance, credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments, $1M Identity Protection, HVAC air filter delivery, move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 260 Shafer Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.5 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 95348 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Merced
4-bedroom apartments at 260 Shafer Ave cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Merced.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Merced
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,373 |
| November 2024 | $2,335 |
| December 2024 | $2,249 |
| January 2025 | $2,284 |
| February 2025 | $2,300 |
| March 2025 | $2,245 |
| April 2025 | $2,268 |
| May 2025 | $2,349 |
| June 2025 | $2,382 |
| July 2025 | $2,382 |
| August 2025 | $2,335 |
| September 2025 | $2,298 |
| October 2025 | $2,260 |
| November 2025 | $2,200 |
| December 2025 | $2,197 |
| January 2026 | $2,251 |
| February 2026 | $2,231 |
| March 2026 | $2,235 |
| April 2026 | $2,261 |
| May 2026 | $2,249 |
| June 2026 | $2,273 |
| July 2026 | $2,256 |
| August 2026 | $2,250 |
| September 2026 | $2,268 |
| October 2026 | $2,262 |
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Can I afford to live at 260 Shafer Ave?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$80,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 years ago | $2,000 |
Schools near 260 Shafer Ave
Merced City School District Community Day
601 mercy ave
merced, CA, 95340
K-6Public
B+
Rudolph Rivera Elementary School
945 buena vista dr
merced, CA, 95348
K-6Public
C+
Merced County Special Education
632 w 13th st
merced, CA, 95341
K-12Public
Valley Community School Merced Campus
1850 wardrobe ave
merced, CA, 95341
K-12Public
McSwain Elementary School
922 scott rd
merced, CA, 95341
K-8Public
B+
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Neighborhood
Getting around Merced near 260 Shafer Ave
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 260 Shafer Ave, Merced
Groceries
5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive
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