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Highlights

  • Wifi
  • Brand new appliances
  • New flooring
  • Peaceful garden setting

Location

971 Merced Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
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Property Overview

971 Merced Avenue receives a solid Zumper Expert Rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters due to its competitive pricing and excellent amenities. The property features new appliances, updated flooring, and a peaceful garden setting, enhancing the living experience. Additionally, its prime location provides convenient access to top-rated schools and transportation, while the available photos offer a valuable preview of what tenants can expect.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 971 Merced Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 971 Merced Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Floor plans

971 Merced Avenue - 7Studio1 bathStudio Cabin, 1 block from Lakeview commons, utilities included, on site laundry. Walk to Lake, restaurants, and shopping. Short walk to public transportation. This one won't last long!
971 Merced Avenue - 1Studio1 bathAmazing fully remodeled studio cabin! Featuring a full kitchen, brand new appliances, new flooring and bathroom remodel. Enjoy the peaceful garden setting on warm summer evenings! You'll have a short walk to Lakeview Commons, summer concerts, shopping, restaurants, and bars. Bike, Paddle Board, or Kayak right out your front door. Public transit just steps away. You're a short drive from Cal base at Heavenly, Heavenly Village at Stateline, and the Casino nightlife. Tenant pays, gas electric, and WiFi, water, sewer, trash included in rent. Pets negotiable upon approval. Available now!
971 Merced Avenue - 8Studio1 bathAmazing fully remodeled studio cabin! Featuring a full kitchen, brand new appliances, new flooring and bathroom remodel. Enjoy the peaceful garden setting on warm summer evenings! You'll have a short walk to Lakeview Commons, summer concerts, shopping, restaurants, and bars. Bike, Paddle Board, or Kayak right out your front door. Public transit just steps away. You're a short drive from Cal base at Heavenly, Heavenly Village at Stateline, and the Casino nightlife. Tenant pays, gas electric, and WiFi, water, sewer, trash included in rent. Pets negotiable upon approval. Available now!
971 Merced Avenue - 2Studio1 bath

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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

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About 971 Merced Avenue

HomeApartments in South Lake Tahoe 971 Merced Avenue

Amazing fully remodeled studio cabin! Featuring a full kitchen, brand new appliances, new flooring and bathroom remodel. Enjoy the peaceful garden setting on warm summer evenings! You'll have a short walk to Lakeview Commons, summer concerts, shopping, restaurants, and bars. Bike, Paddle Board, or Kayak right out your front door. Public transit just steps away. You're a short drive from Cal base at Heavenly, Heavenly Village at Stateline, and the Casino nightlife. Tenant pays, gas electric, and WiFi, water, sewer, trash included in rent. Pets negotiable upon approval. Available now!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 971 Merced Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 971 Merced Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 971 Merced Avenue
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
971 Merced Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 971 Merced Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
971 Merced Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 971 Merced Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
971 Merced Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 971 Merced Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in South Lake Tahoe

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in South Lake Tahoe
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,125
June 2024$1,174
July 2024$1,149
August 2024$1,180
September 2024$1,267
October 2024$1,284
November 2024$1,215
December 2024$1,166
January 2025$1,088
February 2025$1,089
March 2025$1,198
April 2025$1,223
May 2025$1,186
June 2025$1,222
July 2025$1,260
August 2025$1,181
September 2025$1,272
October 2025$1,241
November 2025$1,213
December 2025$1,222
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,163
March 2026$1,178
April 2026$1,200

Schools near 971 Merced Avenue

Elevated Digital Learning Academy

1201 lyons ave

south lake tahoe, CA, 96150

K-12Public

Bijou Community

3501 spruce ave

south lake tahoe, CA, 96150

K-5Public
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Getting around South Lake Tahoe near 971 Merced Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 971 Merced Ave, South Lake Tahoe

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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