Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI from $600 (16 Rentals)

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214 S Henry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

214 S Henry St

214 S Henry StBay City, MI 48706

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901 Germania St
1 Bedroom Apartments

901 Germania St

901 Germania StBay City, MI 48706
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Jennison Place
Studio Apartments

Jennison Place

901 N Water StBay City, MI 48708
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The H Residence
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The H Residence

9 E Main STBay City, MI 48708
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1013 N Grant St
4 Bedroom Apartments

1013 N Grant St

1013 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708

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1300 McKinley St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1300 McKinley St

1300 McKinley StBay City, MI 48708
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704 N Grant St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

704 N Grant St

704 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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Riverwalk Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Meadows

505 GermaniaBay City, MI 48706
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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 $700. Lux off Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bay City apartments for rent in Bay City, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR, 1BA$700
Lux off WashingtonLuxury Studio ApartmentStudio, 1BA$799
Garfield Manor - Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$815
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$875
Huntington Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Legacy2BR, 1BA$1,055

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bay City, MI

As of September 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bay City area is the $1.26 price per square foot 114 Washington Ave Model at 114 Washington Ave, Unit Washington Street Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $1,023. The second greatest value Downtown Bay City apartment is the 315 W Thomas St Model at 315 W Thomas St, Unit 1 in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting at $750 with a $1.07 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
114 Washington Ave, Unit Washington Street Apartments114 Washington Ave2BR, 1BA$1.26
315 W Thomas St, Unit 1315 W Thomas St2BR, 1BA$1.07
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$1.25
Huntington Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Legacy2BR, 1BA$1.50
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR, 1BA$1.04
Garfield Manor - Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1.51
104 N Walnut St104 N Walnut St1BR, 1BA$1.80
Lux off WashingtonFurnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ...Studio, 1BA$4.54

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Downtown Bay City, Bay City, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bay City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Bay City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Bay City is at Lux off Washington listed at $799.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bay City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bay City Apartment is $700 at Pine Grove Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Bay City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bay City is starting from $1,051 at Huntington Place Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.