Why Live in North Merced
North Merced is a suburban neighborhood known for its extensive network of bike paths, including the Black Rascal Creek Bikeway and Bear Creek Bikeway, which together form a 20-mile trail extending to Yosemite Lake. These paths are popular for biking, jogging, and walking, offering scenic views of creeks and mature trees. The neighborhood features several parks, such as Fahrens Park with its disc golf course and wildlife at Fahrens Creek, Rahilly Park with playgrounds and tall palm trees, and Bernasconi Park with shaded playgrounds and sports facilities. North Merced is home to a mix of housing options, including single-family homes, condos, and apartments, with newer homes built in the 2020s and larger 1980s houses on spacious lots. The area has seen rising home prices, partly due to the student presence from the nearby University of California Merced, which boasts a carbon-neutral campus. For higher education, residents also have access to Merced College. Local amenities include the Marketplace at Merced mall, currently undergoing renovations, and Yosemite North Shopping Center, which offers dining options like El Asadero Taco Shop and Yosemite Station diner. The neighborhood is car-dependent, located about 3 miles north of downtown Merced and a few miles from U.S. Route 99. The Dignity Health Hospital - Mercy Medical Center is 2 miles away, and Fresno International Airport is 60 miles from the neighborhood.
Home Trends in North Merced, CA
On average, homes in North Merced, Merced sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Merced, Merced over the last 12 months is $417,450, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$417,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$424,795
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$495,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$319,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$510,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Number of Homes for Sale
49
Last 12 months Home Sales
354
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%