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Lux off Washington
1305 Washington AveBay City, MI 48708
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI from $640 (38 Rentals)
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Pine Grove Apartments
400 Gies StBay City, MI 48706
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$735 - $1,150Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bay Valley Harbor Apartments
2486 N Harbor DrBay City, MI 48706
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$750
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315 W Thomas St, Unit 1
315 W Thomas StBay City, MI 48706
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$850
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1607 6th St, Unit 1607 6th St Upper Unit
1607 6th StBay City, MI 48708
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55+ Country Meadows
3799 State Street RdBay City, MI 48706
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$900
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104 N Walnut St
104 N Walnut StBay City, MI 48706
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Raven Lane Apartments
4495 Raven LnBay City, MI 48706
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704 N Grant St
704 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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Riverwalk Meadows
505 GermaniaBay City, MI 48706
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Shirwinjo Apartments
301 Shirwinjo DrBay City, MI 48706
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Sheridan Arms Apartments
1300 Center AveBay City, MI 48708
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Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments
1011 Fraser StBay City, MI 48708
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Alderwood Estates
4015 Cambria DrBay City, MI 48706
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Webb Drive Apartments
715-717 Webb DrBay City, MI 48706
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4640 Fox Pointe Dr
4640 Fox Pointe DrBay City, MI 48706
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Orchard Manor Apartments
4685 Orchard Manor BlvdBay City, MI 48706
3278 Brentwood Dr
Bay CityMI48706
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Brentwood Estates
3278 Brentwood DrBay City, MI 48706
1316 S Michigan Ave
SaginawMI48602
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Pineview Apartments (55 and older community)
854 Pine StEssexville, MI 48732
2705 McCarty Rd
SaginawMI48603
1209 Gratiot Ave
SaginawMI48602
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$824 - $1,470Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Huntington Place Apartments
837 N Scheurmann RdEssexville, MI 48732
207 S Mill St Apt 2, Unit Apt 2
207 S Mill St Apt 2
ClioMI48420
621 n mill st, Unit 619 1/2
621 n mill st
ClioMI48420
1404 Rumbaugh Ln
MidlandMI48642
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
3061 Raywood St
FlintMI48504
721 N Hamilton St
SaginawMI48602
1161 Forest Hill Ave
FlintMI48504
320 N Cedar St
SanfordMI48657
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Village Square Apartments
902 N Scheurmann RdEssexville, MI 48732
10749 E Pickard Rd
Mt. PleasantMI48858
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East Bay Village
1877 W Eastbay PkyEssexville, MI 48732
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Eagle Ridge Villas
1924 N Villa CtEssexville, MI 48732
2409 Stobbe St
SaginawMI48602
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
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905 Cottage Grove Ave
FlintMI48504
2126 Monteith St
FlintMI48504
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Bay City, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City Studio Apartments | $844 | $699 | $1,066 |
| Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $876 | $640 | $1,070 |
| Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,084 | $712 | $1,675 |
| Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,012 | $975 | $1,050 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bay City, MI
Pricing Updated: 09/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bay City, MI area range in price from $699 to $1,675 with an overall median price of $995. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bay City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bay City | $991 | $699 | 12 |
| Uptown Bay City | $999 | $699 | 11 |
Cheapest Available Bay City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay City, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pineview Apartments (55 and older community) priced from $640. Pine Grove Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pineview Apartments (55 and older community) | 1 bedroom standard | 1BR, 1BA | $640 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio, 1BA | $735 |
| Lux off Washington | Luxury Studio Apartment | Studio, 1BA | $799 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Huntington Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Legacy | 2BR, 1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay City area is the $1.07 price per square foot 315 W Thomas St Model at 315 W Thomas St, Unit 1 in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Bay City apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 55+ Country Meadows in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting at $875 with a $1.25 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 315 W Thomas St, Unit 1 | 315 W Thomas St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
| Huntington Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Legacy | 2BR, 1BA | $1.52 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Pineview Apartments (55 and older community) | 1 bedroom standard | 1BR, 1BA | $1.18 |
| 104 N Walnut St | 104 N Walnut St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.80 |
| Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio, 1BA | $1.79 |
| Lux off Washington | Furnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ... | Studio, 1BA | $4.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bay City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bay City is at Bay Valley Harbor Apartments listed at $735.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay City Apartment is $640 at Pineview Apartments (55 and older community).
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bay City is starting from $712 at Pineview Apartments (55 and older community).
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.