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Highlights
- Covered parking
- Laundry room
- Community pool
- Large gated community
Location
16296 Merrill Ave, Fontana, CA 92335, USA
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Property Overview
Merrill Investment, LLC at 16296 Merrill Ave offers a compelling rental option, highlighted by a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, which reflects its excellent pricing, amenities, and location ratings of 10 and 9, respectively. The property features notable amenities such as covered parking, a laundry room, and a community pool, all situated in a large gated community. Additionally, its close proximity to top-rated schools enhances its appeal for various lifestyles.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave... - | 2 bed | 1 bath | 708 sqft | $2,000 /mo | Large Gated community with covered parking. Community pool and laundry room. On-site resident manager and maintenance. All units have at least one patio. Close to Date Elementary school and shopping. Easy 10 freeway access and nearby public transportation. The property is located on Merrill Ave. and Oleander Ave. in the city of Fontana. | ||
| **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave... - | 2 bed | 1 bath | 708 sqft | $2,100 /mo | Large Gated community with covered parking. Community pool and laundry room. On-site resident manager and maintenance. All units have at least one patio. Close to Date Elementary school and shopping. Easy 10 freeway access and nearby public transportation. The property is located on Merrill Ave. and Oleander Ave. in the city of Fontana. | ||
| **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave... - | 3 bed | 2 bath | 876 sqft | $2,500 /mo | Large Gated community with covered parking. Community pool and laundry room. On-site resident manager and maintenance. All units have at least one patio. Close to Date Elementary school and shopping. Easy 10 freeway access and nearby public transportation. The property is located on Merrill Ave. and Oleander Ave. in the city of Fontana. |
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About **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC /
Large Gated community with covered parking. Community pool and laundry room. On-site resident manager and maintenance. All units have at least one patio. Close to Date Elementary school and shopping. Easy 10 freeway access and nearby public transportation. The property is located on Merrill Ave. and Oleander Ave. in the city of Fontana.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / 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·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.
**Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / 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·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.
**Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / 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.
**Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / 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 **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / 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.
**Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / 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 **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Fontana
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / to be 2% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Fontana.
3-bedroom apartments at **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC / cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Fontana.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Fontana
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,573 |
| March 2024 | $1,679 |
| January 2025 | $875 |
| February 2025 | $875 |
| March 2025 | $875 |
| April 2025 | $1,295 |
| May 2025 | $959 |
| June 2025 | $1,295 |
| November 2025 | $1,295 |
| December 2025 | $1,295 |
| January 2026 | $1,366 |
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Schools near **Merrill Investment, LLC / 16296 Merrill Ave / John / NC /
Date Elementary School
9011 oleander ave
fontana, CA, 92335
K-5Public
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Getting around Fontana near 16296 Merrill Ave
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 16296 Merrill Ave, Fontana
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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