
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bay County, FL from $400 (96 Rentals)
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Lynn Haven Cove Apartments

Cottages by the Bay

Cedar Trace Apartments

Northgate Terrace I

6707-6722 FL-22

Pinnacle at Hammock Square

3519 E 1st Ct, Unit 3520 St John St 101

Palm Court Apartments

6321 Lenawee St
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Bayside Villas

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8730 Thomas Dr, Unit SI ID1355041P

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10X Breakfast Point

Westwood Village

3519 E 1st Ct, Unit 11-201

5138 Lance St

351 College Ave

804 West St

Tranquility at Saint Andrews

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10X Panama City Beach
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Turtle Lake

Pinnacle at Hammock Place

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Tyndall Pointe Townhomes

Westshore Palms

108 N Anita Dr

White Sands

Exchange at North Bay

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Aztec Villa Apartments

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8817 S Thomas Dr, Unit SI ID1354937P

606 E 13th St
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5218 Beach Dr, Unit SI ID1354910P

The Reserve at Northshore

Bay Front Apartments

Exchange at the Beach

North Bay Landings

240 Harmon Ave, Unit 212

315 Paridiso Pl

820 Premier Dr

Waterstone at Jenks

The Lory of Panama City
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10X Retreat at PCB

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5409 Hilltop Ave, Unit B

Emerald Park

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7320 Sunset Ave, Unit 2

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5218 Beach Dr, Unit SI ID1354903P

Eagles Landing Luxury Apartment Homes

2916 Sequoia Ave

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9850 S Thomas Dr, Unit SI ID1355022P

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8817 S Thomas Dr, Unit SI ID1355009P

The Enclave
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Bay County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay County Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $825 | $2,407 |
| Bay County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $900 | $5,560 |
| Bay County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $950 | $7,029 |
| Bay County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,095 | $10,000+ |
| Bay County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,015 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Bay County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay County, FL is a Studio unit found at Cottages by the Bay priced from $899. Cedar Trace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages by the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Cedar Trace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Northgate Terrace I | The Kenley II | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 10X Breakfast Point | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| Tranquility at Saint Andrews | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1,151 |
| 10X Panama City Beach | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,162 |
| Pinnacle at Hammock Square | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,175 |
| Pinnacle at Hammock Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,180 |
| Tyndall Pointe Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay County, FL
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay County area is the $1.21 price per square foot Ryder Model at Sunset Village in the starting from $2,455. The second greatest value Bay County apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Bridge Harbor Townhomes starting at $1,900 with a $1.28 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Village | Ryder | 4BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Bridge Harbor Townhomes | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| The Enclave | Great Blue Heron | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Arbor Trace Apartment Homes | Silver Bell | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| White Sands | The Avalon | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Tranquility at Saint Andrews | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| North Bay Landings | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Pinnacle at Hammock Square | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Pinnacle at Hammock Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bay County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bay County is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bay County?
The cheapest apartment in Bay County is Cedar Trace Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Bay County costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bay County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Bay County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bay County?
Cheap apartments in Bay County have an average cost of $107 which is $1,593 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bay County.
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