
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown District Bay City, TX from $409 (15 Rentals)
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2006 Grace St, Unit 1

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Nichols Square

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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $936 | $409 | $1,731 |
| Downtown District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,087 | $479 | $2,073 |
| Downtown District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $549 | $2,201 |
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There are currently 15 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 1 Bed unit found at Bay Ranch Apartments priced from $409. Palm Village 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $409 |
| Palm Village | PV A1 & A2 - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
| Nichols Square | Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
| 5THBS10 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
| New Haven Apartments | 0550-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown District, TX
As of September 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown District area is the $1.11 price per square foot The Aspen Model at Oak Manor Villas Bay City in the in the Downtown District neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Downtown District apartment is the Matagorda Model at Nichols Square starting at $1,070 with a $1.02 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 | $1.11 |
| Nichols Square | Matagorda | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Raystone Apartment Homes | The Raven | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Lantana Apartments | SUNFLOWER | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| Shadow Bay Apartments | 0365-B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Bay Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 2006 Grace St, Unit 1 | 2006 Grace St | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| New Haven Apartments | 0550-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Meadow Chase | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Palm Village | PV A1 & A2 - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown District Apartment is $409 at Bay Ranch 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 $479 at Bay Ranch 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 Bay Ranch Apartments and starts from $549.
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