Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA under $1200
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Studio $975Base rent2355 K St. #112, Merced, CA 95340Apply online
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2 bd $1,125Base rent1976 Edwards Ave. #1, Merced, CA 95340Apply online
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1 bd $1,175Base rent2177 Weston Way, Merced, CA 95340Apply online
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,175Base rent1766 Conestoga Dr. Apt. D, Merced, CA 95348Apply online -
2 bd $1,100Base rent218 S. Canal St., Merced, CA 95340Fitness center • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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1 bd $705Base rent Income restricted1535 Devonwood Dr, Merced, CA 95348Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,050Base rent1111 W. SANTA FE, MERCED, CA 95340Apply online • Pet friendly -
Ask for Pricing1019 Loughborough Drive, Merced, CA 95348Apply online • Parking • Pool
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2 bd $959Base rent Income restricted3.5 (11)1137 B Street, Merced, CA 95341Pet friendly • Fitness center • Pool
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2 bd $690Base rent Income restricted9370 E. Bigler Drive, Planada, CA 95365Apply online • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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When were prices and availability in Merced, CA last updated?
Prices and availability in Merced, CA were last updated on 18 Jun 2026.
What are the best apartments in Merced, CA?
The best apartments in Merced, CA are: Willow Glen, Oak Terrace Apartments, 118 W. 12th St., 2355 K St. #112 and 1840 U St. #3.
What type of rental buildings are in Merced, CA?
In Merced, 54% of the residents are renting compared to 46% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 7% of Merced's rentals, 49% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 43% are single-family rentals.
Renting apartments in Merced, CA under $1,200
Searching for apartments for rent in Merced, CA under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Merced, CA, where the average rent is $1,052 per month, there are 29 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.
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