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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Ceiling fan
  • Private patios or balconies
  • Fitness center
  • Resort-style pool
  • Private patio or balcony
  • Sparkling swimming pool

Location

3786 Horizons Ave, Merced, CA 95348, USA
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Management

Merced Horizons LLC

Leasing office

(209) 721-7880 ext. 2

Property Overview

Merced Horizons received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters, while its competitive pricing, amenities, and location each scored 9 out of 10, underscoring a remarkable balance of value and quality. Notable features include a fitness center, private balconies, and resort-style pools, making it an attractive choice for a variety of lifestyles, especially with convenient proximity to grocery stores and public transport, as well as pet-friendly options. Trustworthiness is also emphasized with an 8 out of 10 rating, ensuring transparency for potential residents.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Merced Horizons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Merced Horizons 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
  • Package service

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2x22 bed2 bath1,004 sqft$1,890 /mo7 units availableDiscover Modern Living at Merced Horizons. Don't miss out on our special Pioneer Pricing for the first 20 units leased at this brand-new community in Merced. This brand-new gated community is designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. Your new home includes: Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout Ceiling fan in the living area Stainless steel appliance package Private patio or balcony with sliding glass doors Mini blinds on windows and vertical blinds on sliding doors Enjoy community features built for relaxation and recreation: Sparkling swimming pool Scenic walking path Parklet with covered playground EV charging stations (7 available) Covered parking and secure gated entry Inviting clubhouse with fitness center, lounges, and secure package room Located near restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and local schools, Merced Horizons places you at the center of it all.
3x23 bed2 bath1,210 sqft$2,160 /mo4 units availableBe among the first to live at Merced Horizons, Merced’s newest gated community. Enjoy luxury vinyl plank floors, stainless steel appliances, and private patios or balconies. Community perks include a resort-style pool, EV charging, a clubhouse with fitness center, and more. Don’t miss exclusive Pioneer Pricing, available only for the first 20 homes!

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Amenities for Merced Horizons

Apartment Amenities

PatioPlank Flooring
Private Patio

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Package Service
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
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Building details

Property details

Units128
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About Merced Horizons

HomeApartments in Merced Merced Horizons

Discover Modern Living at Merced Horizons. Don't miss out on our special Pioneer Pricing for the first 20 units leased at this brand-new community in Merced. This brand-new gated community is designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. Your new home includes: Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout Ceiling fan in the living area Stainless steel appliance package Private patio or balcony with sliding glass doors Mini blinds on windows and vertical blinds on sliding doors Enjoy community features built for relaxation and recreation: Sparkling swimming pool Scenic walking path Parklet with covered playground EV charging stations (7 available) Covered parking and secure gated entry Inviting clubhouse with fitness center, lounges, and secure package room Located near restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and local schools, Merced Horizons places you at the center of it all.


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 Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Merced Horizons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Merced Horizons 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 Merced Horizons
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.
Merced Horizons 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.
Merced Horizons 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, Merced Horizons 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.
Merced Horizons 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 Merced Horizons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Merced Horizons is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Merced Horizons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 84 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high 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

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Merced Horizons to be 30% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Merced.

3-bedroom apartments at Merced Horizons cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Merced.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Merced
A table of studio rental data trends in Merced
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,100
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
April 2026$1,000

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$75,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,890.
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Schools near Merced Horizons

Merced City School District Community Day

601 mercy ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B+

Joe Stefani

2768 ranchero ln

merced, CA, 95348

3-6Public
C

Merced County Special Education

632 w 13th st

merced, CA, 95341

K-12Public

Franklin Elementary School

2936 franklin rd

merced, CA, 95348

K-3Public
C+

Valley Community School Merced Campus

1850 wardrobe ave

merced, CA, 95341

K-12Public
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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 3786 Horizons 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

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 3786 Horizons Ave, Merced

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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