
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI from $565 (2 Rentals)

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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 |
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Bay City Studio Apartments | $782 | $565 | $1,000 |
Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $858 | $650 | $1,239 |
Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $850 | $1,391 |
Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $1,050 | $1,250 |
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Getting Around Bay City, MI
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bay City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bay City is under $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bay City?
The cheapest apartment in Bay City is 704 N Grant St which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Bay City costs $1,250.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.

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.

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.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.