
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI from $500 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Bay City area of Bay City.


Pine Grove Apartments

308 N Columbian St

214 S Henry St

The Boathouse Condominiums
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901 Germania St

Jennison Place

1013 N Grant St

1300 McKinley St

The H Residence
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Sheridan Arms Apartments

704 N Grant St

Greystones at Uptown

4640 Fox Pointe Dr

Riverwalk Meadows
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Huntington Place Apartments
Uptown Bay City, Bay City, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Bay City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Bay City Studio Apartments | $862 | $699 | $1,066 |
| Uptown Bay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $905 | $700 | $1,070 |
| Uptown Bay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,278 | $860 | $1,675 |
| Uptown Bay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Bay City Neighborhood of Bay City, MI.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Bay City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown 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 Uptown 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Bay City, MI
As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Bay City area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1 Bd Model at Pine Grove Apartments in the in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Uptown Bay City apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments starting at $815 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Lux off Washington | Furnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ... | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Bay City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Bay City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Bay City is under $815.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Bay City?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Bay City is Pine Grove Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Uptown Bay City costs $1,215.
Expert Rental Resources
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