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288 Shafer Ave, Merced, CA 95348, USA
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Merced Yosemite Realty #02092689
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About 288 Shafer Ave
Charming New 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Located in Desirable North Merced, near Raley's Shopping Center, Merced College and Mercy Medical Hospital. If you are interested in viewing this property, you must first apply online. Once you are qualified, then a viewing appointment will be set-up. Please attach the following document(s) to your online application: - Photo identification, - Proof of income** (i.e. two most recent pay stubs), and - The best contact information for any rental reference(s) listed. **If you receive financial aid as a full-time student, please attach a copy of your 1098T Form as your source of income. Utilities Not included: Tenant's responsibility. Appliances: Included: Stove/oven, dishwasher, washer/dryer and Refrigerator Solar is tenant responsibility *Please note all our properties require renter's insurance policy of $100,000. Must provide proof prior to move in.*
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 288 Shafer Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 95348 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Merced
4-bedroom apartments at 288 Shafer Ave cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Merced.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Merced
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,365 |
| July 2024 | $2,362 |
| August 2024 | $2,300 |
| September 2024 | $2,298 |
| October 2024 | $2,330 |
| 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 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$92,000/yr
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Schools near 288 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 288 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
6/10
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 288 Shafer Ave, Merced
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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