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Bay City, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bay City, TX

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bay City, TX 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown District$1,233$47786

Cheapest Available Bay City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay City, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Nichols Square Apartments in the Downtown District neighborhood priced from $477. Lake Jackson Landings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $545. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nichols Square Apartments1A - Brazos1BR,1BA$477
Lake Jackson Landings1/11BR,1BA$545
Shadow Bay ApartmentsEFFStudio,1BA$555
Palm VillagePV A1 & A2 - Studio1BR,1BA$560
New Haven Apartments1x1 501 SF1BR,1BA$569

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay City, TX

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bay City area is the $1.14 price per square foot The Maple Model at Oak Manor Villas Bay City in the in the Downtown District neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Bay City apartment is the 3A - Matagorda Model at Nichols Square Apartments starting at $857 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Downtown District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Manor Villas Bay CityThe Maple3BR,2BA$1.14
Nichols Square Apartments3A - Matagorda3BR,2BA$0.82
Lake Jackson Landings2/12BR,1BA$1.13
Greenbriar Apartment Homes2Bp3L2BR,1BA$1.05
The Lodge at TimbercreekB22BR,2BA$1.06
2919 Avenue J, Unit Downstairs2919 Avenue J2BR,1BA$1.19
Castlewood Apartments1 Bedroom x 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$0.98
The Palms of Lake Jackson ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1.10
Lantana ApartmentsBLUEBONNET1BR,1BA$1.10
Oyster CreekA11BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay City

What type of rentals are currently available in Bay City?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Bay City, TX with pricing that ranges from $477 to $2,053. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bay City ranging from $599 to $3,300.

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 $599 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,929.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.