Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown District Bay City, TX from $300 (10 Rentals)

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Bay Ranch Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Ranch Apartments

1401 Thompson DrBay City, TX 77414
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New Haven 2 Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Haven 2 Apartments

2300 Hamman RdBay City, TX 77414
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Downtown District, Bay City, TX Local Guide

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 $555. Meadow Chase has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $560. Here are the most affordable Downtown District apartments for rent in Bay City, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shadow Bay ApartmentsEFFStudio,1BA$555
Meadow ChaseE1Studio,1BA$560
New Haven Apartments1x1 730 SF1BR,1BA$594

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown District, TX

As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown District area is the $1.33 price per square foot The Cypress Model at Oak Manor Villas Bay City in the in the Downtown District neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Downtown District apartment is the SUNFLOWER Model at Lantana Apartments starting at $755 with a $0.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Manor Villas Bay CityThe Cypress2BR,2BA$1.33
Lantana ApartmentsSUNFLOWER2BR,1.5BA$0.89
2818 Avenue G, Unit 28182818 Avenue G1BR,1BA$1.24
Palm VillageC1 & C2 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.80
New Haven Apartments1x1 644 SF1BR,1BA$1.09
Nichols Square Apartments1A - Brazos1BR,1BA$1.00
Meadow ChaseA11BR,1BA$1.44
Shadow Bay ApartmentsEFFStudio ,1BA$1.21

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Downtown District, Bay City, TX

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3.5
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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 $555.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown District Apartment is $594 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 $649 at Palm Village.

What is the most affordable Downtown District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nichols Square Apartments and starts from $827.

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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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!