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Apartments Under $500 in Merced, CA

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$ Ask - 968
Laurel Glen
777 Loughborough Merced, CA
1 BR | Feb. 16, 2026
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All Apartments in Merced, CA

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$549 - 1,279
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Merced Station
Deal
5.0
2980 E Yosemite Ave Merced, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Luxury
1
$1,200 - 1,450
Meadowlark
3270 Meadows Ave Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
2
$1,125 - 1,500
Osito Apartments
2560 Midge Ave Merced, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
47
$1,400
Village Meadows
1163 Loughborough Dr Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,300
The Tioga
1715 N St Merced, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Storage
1
$1,350
Sierra Village
1163 Loughborough #4 Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,950
2025 Hwy 140
Merced, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,450
2 Bedroom Between Merced And Planada
2981 E Childs Ave Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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3
Call for Pricing
E State Highway 140 3790-3850 061-110-010
3790- 3850 State Hwy Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,890 - 2,160
Merced Horizons
3786 Horizons Ave Merced, CA
2 - 3 BR | Feb. 20, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
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$1,049 - 1,375
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The Hub Merced
2220 E Yosemite Ave Merced, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
In Unit Laundry
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11
$1,095 - 1,100
Brookdale Gardens
147 Brookdale Dr Merced, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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19
$1,300 - 1,425
Park View Estates
925 Loughborough Dr Merced, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Surface Parking
Storage
8
$1,100
Do Not Disturb Tenants
368 N St Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
18
$1,525
Lincoln Gardens
1287 Loughborough Dr Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Storage
5
$1,350
Gated Community - Water, Garbage & Sewer Included
124 S Parsons Ave #b Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,200
1330 Riverside Ct
Merced, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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16
$1,049
3112 Denver Ave Unit 3108
Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$849
3112 Denver Ave Unit 3104-7
Merced, CA
Studio | Available Now
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14
$1,350
1766 Conestoga Dr Unit C
Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,195
Gated Community - Water, Garbage & Sewer Included
154 S Parsons Ave #d Merced, CA
1 BR | Mar. 18, 2026
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11
$1,250
1840 U St Unit 3
Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,375 - 1,400
Castle Apartments
3044 G St Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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9
$1,000
2355 K St Unit 112
Merced, CA
Studio | Available Now
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19
$2,200
110 Montage Dr
Merced, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,199
3112 Denver Ave Unit 3100-1
Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,050
860W
860 862 St Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
46W
46 W18th St Merced, CA
1 BR | Feb. 28, 2026
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1
$1,050
317E
317-325 E20th St Merced, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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12
$1,575
3158 College Ave Unit B
Merced, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Merced, CA on Rentable.co?

There is 1 apartment under $500 in Merced currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Merced?

Rentable.co has 4 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Merced.

Apartments Under $500 in Merced, CA: February Rental Information

Welcome to the February 2026 Merced Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 2026 key findings and figures for the Merced rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Merced and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in Merced. Whether you're a student on a tight budget or simply looking for a budget-friendly apartment, this report can help you find the perfect affordable rental in Merced.
0 2 5 7 10 <$1,000 $1,020 $1,060 $1,100 $1,140 $1,180 $1,220 $1,260 $1,300 $1,340 $1,380 $1,420 $1,460 >$1,500

Available Apartments Under $500: Merced vs. Surrounding Areas

In February 2026, Rentable's apartment search data shows that there are a total of 3 apartments available for rent under $500 in the Merced, CA metro area. This includes apartments in Merced itself as well as in the surrounding cities such as Atwater, Los Banos, Dos Palos, Le Grand, Livingston, Planada, La Grange, 93620, and Winton. This chart provides a comprehensive overview of the rental market in the area, helping prospective renters find affordable housing options that fit their budget.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Merced and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in February M/M % Change
Atwater, CA 1 +0.8%
Merced, CA 1 +1.2%
Los Banos, CA 1 -1.0%

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