Explore student apartments in East Side near University of California-Merced. Downtown location with walkable access to the transit hub, employers, and city amenities — best for students with internships or part-time jobs.
Avg distance
4.6 mi
Walk time
Drive/bike
Transit
~38 min
Safety score
79/100
Downtown location with walkable access to the transit hub, employers, and city amenities — best for students with internships or part-time jobs.
Vibe: Commuters
Best for: Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals
Dining & nightlife: East Side near Merced, CA has dining and social options popular with commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals — compare noise levels before signing if you prioritize quiet study.
Studio
$2,200/mo
1 bedroom
$750/mo
2 bedroom
$3,750/mo
Area range
$2,500–$4,250/mo
East Side is a short transit or bike ride to of California-Merced. Transit convenience near Merced, CA scores about 86/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
East Side scores 79/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…
Renters
71%
Undergrad share
76%
Grad share
24%
About 71% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 76% undergrad vs 24% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.
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Student Housing Match
Confidence: High
Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.
Drive commute
~89 min
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$750/mo base
Student fit
63
Quiet study
Safety
55
Walkability
20
Per person
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Downtown location with walkable access to the transit hub, employers, and city amenities — best for students with internships or part-time jobs. Best for: Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals. Typical rent: $2,500–$4,250/mo.
East Side listings average 4.6 miles from campus or ~38 min by transit.
Expect $2,500–$4,250/mo in East Side. Studio: $2,200/mo; 1 bedroom: $750/mo; 2 bedroom: $3,750/mo; Area range: $2,500–$4,250/mo.
East Side scores 79/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…
East Side is a short transit or bike ride to of California-Merced. Transit convenience near Merced, CA scores about 86/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
About 71% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 76% undergrad vs 24% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For University of California-Merced, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
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