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Cheap Homes for Rent in Bay City, MI from $600 (6 Rentals)
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311 Adams St
Bay CityMI48708
216 N Sheridan St, Unit #2
216 N Sheridan St
Bay CityMI48708
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520 S Andre St
SaginawMI48602
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FlintMI48505
1211 State St
Bay CityMI48706
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Bay City, MI Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Bay City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,048 | $800 | $1,500 |
| Bay City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,141 | $800 | $1,550 |
| Bay City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,275 | $1,250 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bay City, MI
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bay City | $1,250 | $520 | 13 |
| Uptown Bay City | $1,250 | $520 | 13 |
Cheapest Available Bay City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay City, MI is a Studio unit found at Lux off Washington in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood priced from $699. Pine Grove Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lux off Washington | ADA Accessible Studio Apartment Home | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI and Nearby
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bay City area is the $0.75 price per square foot 816 N Sheridan St Model at 816 N Sheridan St, Unit 816 Corner unit in the in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Bay City apartment is the 708 N Sheridan St Model at 708 N Sheridan St, Unit Upper starting at $800 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 816 N Sheridan St, Unit 816 Corner unit | 816 N Sheridan St | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 708 N Sheridan St, Unit Upper | 708 N Sheridan St | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 55+ Country Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Garfield Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
| Lux off Washington | Furnished Luxury Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay City
What type of rentals are currently available in Bay City?
There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Bay City, MI with pricing that ranges from $520 to $1,391. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bay City ranging from $600 to $1,550.
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 $600 to $1,550 with an average monthly rent of $962.
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