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Lux off Washington
1305 Washington AveBay City, MI 48708
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Sheridan Arms Apartments
1300 Center AveBay City, MI 48708
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55+ Country Meadows
3799 State Street RdBay City, MI 48706
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$757 - $1,391Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Huntington Place Apartments
837 N Scheurmann RdEssexville, MI 48732
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Downtown Bay City, Bay City, MI Local Guide
Saginaw River by Christian Collins is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bay City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bay City Studio Apartments | $919 | $757 | $1,150 |
| Downtown Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $827 | $520 | $1,045 |
| Downtown Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,003 | $860 | $1,391 |
| Downtown Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bay City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bay City area of Bay City, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Grove Apartments priced from $680. Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $764. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bay City apartments for rent in Bay City, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
| Lux off Washington | ADA Accessible Studio Apartment Home | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bay City, MI
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bay City area is the $1.13 price per square foot 917 Marsac St Model at 917 Marsac St, Unit #2 in the in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Downtown Bay City apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 55+ Country Meadows starting at $850 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 917 Marsac St, Unit #2 | 917 Marsac St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Huntington Place Apartments | Legacy - Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Lux off Washington | Furnished Luxury Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Bay City, Bay City, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood in Bay City, MI
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bay City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Bay City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Bay City is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bay City?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bay City is Pine Grove Apartments which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in Downtown Bay City costs $1,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Bay City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Downtown Bay City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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