Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bay City, WI from $400 (47 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Avanti
$1,085 - $1,710
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$1,025 - $1,650
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$60
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$1,085 - $1,710
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Avanti

314 W 4th StRed Wing, MN 55066
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The Bank
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$1,185 - $2,645
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$1,130 - $2,590
Required Monthly Fees
$55
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$1,185 - $2,645
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Bank

222 Bush StRed Wing, MN 55066
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The Downtown Plaza
$1,306 - $3,000
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$1,169 - $2,863
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$137
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$1,306 - $3,000
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The Downtown Plaza

434 W 4th StRed Wing, MN 55066
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Lake Isabel Flats
$1,355 - $2,256
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$1,320 - $2,221
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$35
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$1,355 - $2,256
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 5

Lake Isabel Flats

412 3rd St EHastings, MN 55033
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Trailside Acres 1
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Trailside Acres 1

211-215 Sargent DrRed Wing, MN 55066
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Malmquist Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Malmquist Estates

2622 Malmquist AveRed Wing, MN 55066
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Crossing Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crossing Meadows

739-819 Lucas LnEllsworth, WI 54011
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River Place Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

River Place Apartments

1431 Wildcat CtRiver Falls, WI 54022
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Stonehouse Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehouse Apartments

115 Minnesota St WCannon Falls, MN 55009
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Eagle Ridge Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Ridge Apartments

582 Tyler Rd SRed Wing, MN 55066
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Vermillion Shores II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vermillion Shores II

950 31st St WHastings, MN 55033
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property at 710 W 4th St

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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710 W 4th St

Red WingMN55066
property at 138 Sargent Dr

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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138 Sargent Dr

Red WingMN55066

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property at 720 10th St SW

$1,700

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$1,700
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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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720 10th St SW

Pine IslandMN55963
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Bay City, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bay City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay City, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowlark Eco Cottages in the Pierce Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood priced from $699. Park Place Plaza in the Harliss neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,055. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadowlark Eco Cottages1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$699
Park Place PlazaA2Studio,1BA$1,055
Great River Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1,070
River City ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,080
AvantiStudio AStudio,1BA$1,085
Pleasant Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,2BA$1,120
Riverside Apartments2BR Apartment2BR,1BA$1,135
The Bank1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,185
551 18th St E2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,295
City StationOne bedroom CityOne1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay City, WI and Nearby

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay City area is the $1.34 price per square foot 5 Bedroom Model at 1063 E. Cascade Ave- Next to UWRF and CVTC in the in the Downtown River Falls neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Bay City apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at University Falls Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Downtown River Falls 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.
1063 E. Cascade Ave- Next to UWRF and CVTC5 Bedroom5BR,2BA$1.34
University Falls Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.40
Park Place ApartmentsB2BR,2BA$1.57
Voyageur Estates2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.80
Great River Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.13
Pleasant Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,2BA$1.23
551 18th St E2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
River City ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
The Bank1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.69
Riverside Apartments1BR Apartment1BR,1BA$1.78

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay City Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay City Apartment is $699 at Meadowlark Eco Cottages.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bay City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bay City is starting from $838 at Meadowlark Eco Cottages.

Expert Rental Resources

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