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$699 - $1,675Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lux off Washington
1305 Washington AveBay City, MI 48708
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI from $600 (16 Rentals)
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$875 - $9901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
55+ Country Meadows
3799 State Street RdBay City, MI 48706
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Pine Grove Apartments
400 Gies StBay City, MI 48706
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1 Bedroom Apartments
308 N Columbian St
308 N Columbian StBay City, MI 48706
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2 Bedroom Apartments
214 S Henry St
214 S Henry StBay City, MI 48706
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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1 Bedroom Apartments
901 Germania St
901 Germania StBay City, MI 48706
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3 Bedroom Apartments
The Boathouse Condominiums
1111 N Water StBay City, MI 48708
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Jennison Place
901 N Water StBay City, MI 48708
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The H Residence
9 E Main STBay City, MI 48708
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4 Bedroom Apartments
1013 N Grant St
1013 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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1 Bedroom Apartments
1300 McKinley St
1300 McKinley StBay City, MI 48708
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Sheridan Arms Apartments
1300 Center AveBay City, MI 48708
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
704 N Grant St
704 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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Greystones at Uptown
12-24 10th StreetBay City, MI 48708
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Riverwalk Meadows
505 GermaniaBay City, MI 48706
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
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$824 - $1,546Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22
Huntington Place Apartments
837 N Scheurmann RdEssexville, MI 48732
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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 | $953 | $700 | $1,278 |
| Downtown Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $860 | $1,675 |
| Downtown Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
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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 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bay City, MI
As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bay City area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 55+ Country Meadows in the in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Downtown Bay City apartment is the 1 Bd Model at Pine Grove Apartments starting at $700 with a $1.04 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Lux off Washington | Furnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ... | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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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.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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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.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.