
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown District Bay City, TX from $400 (11 Rentals)
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Downtown District, Bay City, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown District Studio Apartments | $512 | $499 | $550 |
| Downtown District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $755 | $549 | $1,450 |
| Downtown District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $813 | $677 | $1,465 |
| Downtown District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $978 | $1,795 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown District Neighborhood of Bay City, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown District area of Bay City, TX is a Studio unit found at Shadow Bay Apartments priced from $499. New Haven Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $549. Here are the most affordable Downtown District apartments for rent in Bay City, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Bay Apartments | EFF | Studio,1BA | $499 |
| New Haven Apartments | 1x1 501 SF | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
| Meadow Chase | E1 | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Nichols Square Apartments | 1A - Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $582 |
| Palm Village | H2 - 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown District, TX
As of March 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown District area is the $1.13 price per square foot The Aspen Model at Oak Manor Villas Bay City in the in the Downtown District neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Downtown District apartment is the 3A - Matagorda Model at Nichols Square Apartments starting at $1,064 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Downtown District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Manor Villas Bay City | The Aspen | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Nichols Square Apartments | 3A - Matagorda | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 2307 Elm Ave, Unit 2307 | 2307 Elm Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Lantana Apartments | SUNFLOWER | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| 2818 Avenue G, Unit 2818 | 2818 Avenue G | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 2303 Elm Ave, Unit 2 | 2303 Elm Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Palm Village | C1 & C2 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| New Haven Apartments | 1x1 501 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Shadow Bay Apartments | EFF | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
| Meadow Chase | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown District is at Shadow Bay Apartments listed at $499.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown District Apartment is $549 at New Haven Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown District is starting from $677 at Nichols Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at New Haven Apartments and starts from $978.
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