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3h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,075–$1,150
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3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025–$1,395
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,758–$2,280
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5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$961–$1,139
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5d+ ago
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On-site laundry | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,345
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Available Mar 20
5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,245
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Available Mar 18
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 May 6
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7m ago
147 Brookdale Dr, Merced, CA 95340
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio
1 bath
$1,095
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10m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
51m ago
House for rent in Merced
4715 Isabella Ct #1, Merced, CA 95348
5 beds
3.5 baths
$3,400
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Available Jul 1
2h ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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2h ago
House for rent in Merced
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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Available May 29
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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5h ago
3 beds
2 baths
$1,675
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7h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
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7h ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,000
$1,900
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9h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,300
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12h ago
Apartment for rent in Merced
2 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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22h ago
House for rent in Merced
Concierge service | On-site management | Package service
4 beds
2 baths
$2,300
House for rent
Available May 11
23h ago
2908 Willowbrook Dr, Merced, CA 95348
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,720–$1,775
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23h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,550
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,125–$1,450
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1d ago
House for rent in Merced
Studio
1 bath
$900
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1d ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,150
$1,995
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in Merced
In-unit laundry | On-site management | On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$890
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Available May 20
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Merced
1 bed
1 bath
$1,199
$1,100
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Available Apr 17
1d ago
House for rent in Merced
Garage parking | Ceiling fan | Storage
4 beds
3 baths
$2,245
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Available May 15
1d ago
House for rent in Merced
3 beds
2 baths
$2,189
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Available May 20
1d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$950
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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2d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$1,750
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$1,770
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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2d ago
House for rent in Merced
637 Grambling Ct, Merced, CA 95348
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
4 beds
2 baths
$2,485
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Available May 12
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,345
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3d ago
House for rent in Merced
1 bed
1 bath
$750
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Available Jun 1
4d ago
House for rent in Merced
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,150
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Available Jan 20
4d ago
925 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,350
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4d ago
House for rent in Merced
5 beds
3 baths
$2,750
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,375
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Merced
3 beds
2 baths
$1,725
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,475–$1,650
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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 2024 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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