Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI from $500 (7 Rentals)
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Downtown Bay City, Bay City, MI Local Guide

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 | $906 | $699 | $1,150 |
| Downtown Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $823 | $520 | $1,110 |
| Downtown Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $981 | $860 | $1,391 |
| Downtown Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
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There are currently 7 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. Lux off Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. 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 |
| Lux off Washington | ADA Accessible Studio Apartment Home | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bay City, MI
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bay City area is the $0.97 price per square foot 507 S Wenona St Model at 507 S Wenona St, Unit 3 in the in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Downtown Bay City apartment is the 701 Litchfield St Model at 701 Litchfield St, Unit 1 starting at $950 with a $1.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 507 S Wenona St, Unit 3 | 507 S Wenona St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 701 Litchfield St, Unit 1 | 701 Litchfield St | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 917 Marsac St, Unit #2 | 917 Marsac St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| East Bay Village | 1 Br | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Huntington Place Apartments | Heritage - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 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
Ranked #2
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 $949.
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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