<p>After a year in Merced, I thought I’d help out the prospective Freshmen. </p>
<p>Looking at Google Maps and comparing locations, I just have this to say: Your best bet at a great apartment is going North of Olive Ave. and West of R St.</p>
<p>If you’re interested in houses, Bellevue Ranch (Bordered by Cardella Rd, G St, Bellevue Rd, and M St) and the El Rodondo area (Between R St, Snelling Highway, and Yosemite Ave, with El Rodondo Dr going up through the middle) are good places to look.</p>
<p>Hope this helps someone out there :)</p>