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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Patio or balcony
  • Quality living
  • Tranquil neighborhood
  • Friendly, professional staff

Location

200 Seneca St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
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Sahara Apartments

Leasing office

(209) 285-1577

Property Overview

Sahara Apartments offers a strong overall value, with an 8.8 expert rating, top marks for price and amenities, and a high location score that points to convenience and quality living. It also stands out for its patio or balcony, tranquil neighborhood, and friendly, professional staff, while nearby pet services, outdoor spaces, quiet surroundings, internet options, and natural light make it appealing for pet-friendly and work-from-home needs.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Sahara Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sahara Apartments 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

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

111 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,395 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Sahara Apartments

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCarpet
Ceiling FanDining Room Ceiling Fan
Double VanitiesDownstairs
Grey CabinetsLarge Patio or Balcony
Newly RenovatedRecessed Lighting
Rich Carpet Master BedroomStainless Steel Kitchen
Updated FixturesUpgraded Countertops
Vertical BlindsWalk-in Closet

Appliances

All Appliances IncludedStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Smoke-free

Grounds

Assigned ParkingCovered Carport
Swimming Pool

Other

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Sahara Apartments

HomeApartments in Merced Sahara Apartments

Sahara Apartments is a beautifully landscaped community nestled in a tranquil neighborhood located in Merced, CA. This property offers spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartments and is in an unbeatable location. UC Merced is only a short 3 mile drive and Cat Tracks is easily accessible. We are also very close to the Merced Mall, premier area restaurants, and other fine retail shops. Our apartment homes offer plenty of amenities including a patio or balcony for enjoying evenings with friends, neighbors, or family. Sahara is tailored to your highest standards and we value each and everyone of our residents. Our friendly, professional staff takes great pride in making Sahara Apartments a wonderful place to call home. Quality living starts here. Stop by today and find all that awaits you! We are sure that you will be pleasantly pleased!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Sahara Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sahara Apartments 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 Sahara Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Sahara Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A 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.
Sahara Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Sahara Apartments 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 Sahara Apartments 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.
Sahara Apartments 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.

Sahara Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

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 Sahara Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Merced

1-bedroom apartments at Sahara Apartments cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Merced.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Merced
A table of studio rental data trends in Merced
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,096
November 2024$1,023
December 2024$940
January 2025$1,056
February 2025$1,012
March 2025$960
April 2025$975
May 2025$1,032
June 2025$934
July 2025$980
August 2025$987
September 2025$1,034
October 2025$1,015
November 2025$973
December 2025$942
January 2026$988
February 2026$975
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$1,000
May 2026$1,000
June 2026$1,000
July 2026$950
August 2026$960
September 2026$891

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$55,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Schools near Sahara Apartments

Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School

3200 parsons ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B

Merced City School District Community Day

601 mercy ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B+

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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Merced near 200 Seneca St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 200 Seneca St, Merced

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
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

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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