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Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA under $1000
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    2355 K St. #104, Merced, CA 95340
    STUDIO $975
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    1137 B Street, Merced, CA 95341
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $734
    2 BEDS $869
    3 BEDS $989
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    9370 E. Bigler Drive, Planada, CA 95365
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $647
    3 BEDS $738
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When were prices and availability in Merced, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Merced, CA were last updated on 13 Mar 2025.

What are the best apartments in Merced, CA?

The best apartments in Merced, CA are: 4642 Athena Dr., 1976 Edwards Ave. #1, 4683 Athena Dr., 464 Glendon Pl. and 960 Barney St..

What type of rental buildings are in Merced, CA?

In Merced, 56% of the residents are renting compared to 44% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 6% of Merced’s rentals, 49% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 44% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Merced, CA under $1,000

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