1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI (26 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Alderwood Estates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alderwood Estates

4015 Cambria DrBay City, MI 48706
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704 N Grant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

704 N Grant St

704 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Maplewood Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Manor

1200 N Madison AveBay City, MI 48708
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610 N Trumbull St
1 Bedroom Apartments

610 N Trumbull St

610 N Trumbull StBay City, MI 48708
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701 Center Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

701 Center Ave

701 Center AveBay City, MI 48708
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512 N Lincoln St
1 Bedroom Apartments

512 N Lincoln St

512 N Lincoln StBay City, MI 48708
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2117 S River Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2117 S River Rd

2117 S River RdBay City, MI 48708
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Mill End Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mill End Lofts

808 N Water StBay City, MI 48708

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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East Bay Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

East Bay Village

1877 W Eastbay PkyEssexville, MI 48732

Bay City, MI Local Guide

Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 24, 2025

There are currently 7 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Bay City, MI neighborhoods that range in price from $700 to $1,168. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Bay City with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Bay City4$897$700
Uptown Bay City3$921$700

Largest Available Bay City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bay City, MI is found at 55+ Country Meadows in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood and is 700 square feet priced from $850. Pine Grove Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 650 square feet and currently listed start at $700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bay City:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom700 Sq Ft$850
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd650 Sq Ft$700
Garfield Manor1 Bed, 1 bath540 Sq Ft$764
Lux off WashingtonDeluxe Apartment Home368 Sq Ft$1,045

Cheapest Available Bay City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bay City, MI is the 1 Bd Model starting from $700 at Pine Grove Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood. The second most affordable Bay City 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Garfield Manor starting at $764 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bay City is currently $878. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bay City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd$700
Garfield Manor1 Bed, 1 bath$764
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$850
Lux off WashingtonDeluxe Apartment Home$1,045

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Getting Around Bay City, MI

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46 / 100

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47 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Bay City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Bay City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Bay City is at Pine Grove Apartments listed at $700.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Bay City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bay City is $878.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.