
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI from $600 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Bay City area of Bay City.


55+ Country Meadows

Pine Grove Apartments

308 N Columbian St

214 S Henry St
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704 N Grant St

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Riverwalk Meadows
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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 | $862 | $699 | $1,066 |
| Downtown Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $911 | $700 | $1,070 |
| Downtown Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,090 | $750 | $1,675 |
| Downtown Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $975 | $975 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 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 $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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Lux off Washington | Luxury Studio Apartment | Studio, 1BA | $799 |
| Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $815 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Huntington Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Legacy | 2BR, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 Washington Ave, Unit Washington Street Apartments | 114 Washington Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.26 |
| 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 | $1.50 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.51 |
| 104 N Walnut St | 104 N Walnut St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.80 |
| Lux off Washington | Furnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ... | Studio, 1BA | $4.54 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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.
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