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Pet Friendly
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147 Brookdale Dr, Merced, CA 95340, USA
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Property Overview
Brookdale Gardens is highly rated with an impressive overall Zumper score of 8.3, indicating it's a strong choice for renters. The property excels in amenities, price, and location, each scoring 9 out of 10, ensuring excellent value and convenience for residents. Notable features include designated carport, proximity to public transport, and pet-friendly resources, making it an attractive option in the area.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Dishwasher
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 430 sqft | $1,095–$1,100 /mo | 2 units available | Welcome home to Brookdale Gardens! Step into this newly remodeled studio designed for easy, comfortable living. Enjoy on-site laundry, relax by the community pool, and stay close to everything — shopping, dining, and daily essentials are just minutes away in central Merced. Pet-Friendly Small pet deposit and monthly pet rent apply. Parking Designated carport Utilities Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Move-In Special: Get your first month’s rent FREE & $500 OFF 3rd month on approved credit. Clean. Convenient. Affordable. Schedule your showing today and lock in your new home at Brookdale Gardens before it’s gone. |
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Amenities for Brookdale Gardens
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Electric Stove |
| Garbage Disposal | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
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
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 74 |
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About Brookdale Gardens
Welcome home to Brookdale Gardens! Step into this newly remodeled studio designed for easy, comfortable living. Enjoy on-site laundry, relax by the community pool, and stay close to everything — shopping, dining, and daily essentials are just minutes away in central Merced. Pet-Friendly Small pet deposit and monthly pet rent apply. Parking Designated carport Utilities Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Move-In Special: Get your first month’s rent FREE & $500 OFF 3rd month on approved credit. Clean. Convenient. Affordable. Schedule your showing today and lock in your new home at Brookdale Gardens before it’s gone.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Brookdale Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Brookdale Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Brookdale Gardens 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·9A 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.
Brookdale Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Brookdale Gardens receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Brookdale Gardens 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 Brookdale Gardens 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.
Brookdale Gardens 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.
Brookdale Gardens is great 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 Brookdale Gardens compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 322 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Merced
studio apartments at Brookdale Gardens cost about 10% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Merced.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Merced
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,048 |
| April 2024 | $1,084 |
| May 2024 | $1,116 |
| June 2024 | $895 |
| July 2024 | $946 |
| August 2024 | $898 |
| September 2024 | $985 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 147 Brookdale Dr?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$43,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Schools near Brookdale Gardens
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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Getting around Merced near 147 Brookdale Dr
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 147 Brookdale Dr, Merced
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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