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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merced, CA
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Apartments Under $900 Apartments Under $1,000

Apartments Under $900

  • 17
    1 day ago

    1019 Loughborough Drive, Merced, CA 95348
    1 BED Call for pricing
    2 BEDS Call for pricing

Apartments Under $1,000

  • 12
    1 day ago

    423 W 21St St. #6, Merced, CA 95340
    1 BED $995
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Frequently asked questions

How many cheap rentals are available in Merced, CA on RentCafe?

There are 6 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Merced, CA were last updated on 10 Jun 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Merced, CA?

The average Merced, CA cheap apartment size is 483 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Merced, CA?

Cheap apartments in Merced, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Merced, CA?

A cheap apartment in Merced, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Merced, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Merced, CA has never been easier. We feature 6 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Merced, CA average. What is a cheap rent in Merced, CA? The average apartment rent in Merced is $1,608 per month so any rental south of $1,287 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Merced, CA rents go as low as $995/mo.

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