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Merced, California Affordable Housing

As of May 19, 2025, Merced, California has 26 Affordable Housing complexes. There are 244 section 8 apartments, 118 public housing buildings and 1341 approved low-income housing units. There is 1 Housing Authority that serves the area and their contact information can be found below.

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Gateway Homes

Public Housing

The Project Has 116 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
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Scattered Sites

Public Housing

The Project Has 2 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
Alamar Apartments I?a=1747630979

Alamar Apartments I

Low Income Housing

Alamar Apartments I Has 24 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
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Alamar Apartments Ii

Low Income Housing

Alamar Apartments Ii Has 80 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
Childs Avenue Apartments?a=1747630979

Childs Avenue Apartments

Low Income Housing

Childs Avenue Apartments Has 27 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
Gateway Terrace?a=1747630979

Gateway Terrace

Low Income Housing

Gateway Terrace Has 132 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
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Gateway Terrace

Low Income Housing

Gateway Terrace Has 66 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
Glen Haven Park?a=1747630979

Glen Haven Park

Low Income Housing

Glen Haven Park Has 5 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
Glenhaven Park?a=1747630979

Glenhaven Park

Low Income Housing

Glenhaven Park Has 15 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail
Grove Apartments?a=1747630979

Grove Apartments

Low Income Housing

Grove Apartments Has 204 Units Available

$298 - $723*/month View Detail

HOUSING AUTHORITIES SERVING MERCED

County of Merced Housing Authority

County of Merced Housing Authority

Housing Authority

There Are Currently 3295 Units Available Under Management by the County of Merced Housing Authority. These Low-income Housing Units Consist of Section 8, Public Housing, and Low-income Housing Tax Credit Properties. the County of Merced Housing Authority Serves the Merced, Metropolitan Area.

There Are Currently 3295 Units Available Under Management by the County of Merced Housing ...

Fair Market Rent

The County of Merced Housing Authority will pay about 70% of a tenants rent with the tenant being responsible for the other 30%.

Merced County, CA Fair Market Rent:
Studio
$994
1 Bedroom
$1,159
2 Bedrooms
$1,420
3 Bedrooms
$1,995
4 Bedrooms
$2,410

Income Limit

Income Limits are maximum income limits allowed based on household size. The following limits were established by HUD for low income households to be eligible for housing assistance in Merced County for 2025.

Merced County, CA Income Limit:
1 Person
$62,350
2 Persons
$71,250
3 Persons
$80,150
4 Persons
$89,050
5 Persons
$96,200

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best apartments in Merced, CA?

The best apartments in Merced, CA are Alamar Apartments Ii , Childs Avenue Apartments , Glenhaven Park , Grove Apartments and Gateway Homes

What is the average property rent in Merced, CA?

The average property rent in Merced, CA is $1,702.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Merced, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Merced, CA is between $795 and $1,193. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 1 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?

The price range for 1 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is between $927 and $1,391. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 2 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?

The price range for 2 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is between $1,136 and $1,704. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 3 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?

The price range for 3 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is between $1,596 and $2,394. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 4 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA?

The price range for 4 bedroom apartment in Merced, CA is between $1,928 and $2,892. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

When were the prices last updated for the properties in Merced, CA?

The prices were last updated on 18 May, 2025 for the properties in Merced, CA

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