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Bay City, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bay City, MI

Pricing Updated: 06/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bay City, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bay City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Uptown Bay City$850$8501
Downtown Bay City$1,250$7009

Cheapest Available Bay City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay City, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Grove Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood priced from $700. Garfield Manor in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $764. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$700
Garfield Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$764
Lux off WashingtonLuxury Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$850
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Bay Valley Harbor Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI and Nearby

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bay City area is the $0.92 price per square foot 207 Marquette St Model at 207 Marquette St, Unit 2 in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Bay City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bay Valley Harbor Apartments starting at $990 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
207 Marquette St, Unit 2207 Marquette St3BR,1BA$0.92
Bay Valley Harbor Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$1.04
Huntington Place ApartmentsLegacy - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.52
Garfield Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Lux off WashingtonFurnished Luxury Studio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$4.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay City

What type of rentals are currently available in Bay City?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI with pricing that ranges from $600 to $1,391. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bay City ranging from $625 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bay City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bay City ranges from $625 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,117.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.