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The average rent in Merced, as of June 2026, is up 1.89% compared to last month but down 6.71% year-over-year.
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9h ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,075–$1,400
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14h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200–$1,300
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$996–$1,181
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1d ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,785–$1,885
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2d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,758–$2,280
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
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4d ago
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4 beds
2 baths
$2,753
$2,550
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Available Jun 16
5d+ ago
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On-site laundry | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
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Available Mar 20
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5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
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Available Jun 7
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,245
Condo for rent
Available Mar 18
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Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
4d ago
3 beds
3 baths
$1,600
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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4d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,800
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Merced
313 Sullivan Dr, Merced, CA 95348
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$550
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Merced
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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Available Jul 2
7h ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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8h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,650
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10h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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14h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,075
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1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,125–$1,240
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1d ago
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Concierge service | On-site management | Package service
1 bed
1 bath
$895
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Available Apr 18
1d ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,050–$1,250
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$875–$900
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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1d ago
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4 beds
3 baths
$2,250
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1d ago
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Fireplace
2 beds
2 baths
$1,700
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1d ago
House for rent in Merced
433 Halley Ave #NA, Merced, CA 95341
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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Available Jul 1
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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2d ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,100
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Available Jun 12
2d ago
House for rent in Merced
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,175
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Available May 29
2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
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2d ago
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5 beds
2.5 baths
$2,275
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2d ago
House for rent in Merced
5 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
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2d ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
$2,200
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,295–$1,395
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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3d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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3d ago
Apartment for rent in Merced
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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3d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,350
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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4d ago
House for rent in Merced
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,575
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4d ago
Apartment for rent in Merced
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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Available Jun 22
4d ago
House for rent in Merced
4 beds
3.5 baths
$2,495
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4d ago
House for rent in Merced
4 beds
2 baths
$2,450
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Merced, CA, has a lively atmosphere that residents appreciate, especially the affordability of housing compared to nearby cities. Many enjoy the variety of parks and outdoor spaces, which provide opportunities for recreational activities. The local dining scene receives mentions for its diverse options and accessibility, while the community vibe is described as friendly. However, some locals express concerns about the school quality and the presence of crime in certain areas, which can impact the overall livability for families considering renting in the city. Public transportation options also leave room for improvement in the eyes of residents.
One-bedroom apartments in Merced averaged around $1,200 per month in 2025, while two-bedroom units averaged around $1,500 monthly. Both bedroom types showed increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms up 2.6% and two-bedrooms rising 1.9%.
December offers the lowest rental prices in Merced, while July sees the highest rent levels, creating an 8.6% difference between peak and off-season rates. Planning a December move could result in lower prices compared to summer months.
Pet-friendly options are common in Merced, found in 34% of available rental units. With an average of 258 listings available monthly, this translates to approximately 88 pet-welcoming apartments to choose from each month.
Utilities are rarely included in Merced rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings. Across all bedroom types, only 11 apartments out of the monthly average include utilities as part of the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
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| 💰Best rent deal | 313 Sullivan Dr |
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