Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bay County, MI from $500 (27 Rentals)

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104 N Walnut St
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104 N Walnut St

104 N Walnut StBay City, MI 48706
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Raven Lane Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Raven Lane Apartments

4495 Raven LnBay City, MI 48706
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Erin Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Erin Manor

103 Erin CtAuburn, MI 48611
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704 N Grant St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

704 N Grant St

704 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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Riverwalk Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Meadows

505 GermaniaBay City, MI 48706
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$715 - $795

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1

868 S Huron Rd

LinwoodMI48634
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Alderwood Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alderwood Estates

4015 Cambria DrBay City, MI 48706
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East Bay Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

East Bay Village

1877 W Eastbay PkyEssexville, MI 48732

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Webb Drive Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Webb Drive Apartments

715-717 Webb DrBay City, MI 48706
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Cheapest Available Bay County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay County, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Grove Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood priced from $700. Bay Valley Harbor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$700
Bay Valley Harbor ApartmentsStudio BedsitterStudio,1BA$735
GolfView Apartments By The Bay2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$779
Garfield Manor - Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$815
Eagle Ridge Villas1 BEDROOM / 1 BATH1BR,1BA$899
Lux off WashingtonFurnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ...Studio,1BA$975
Auburn Meadows Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay County, MI

As of May 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay County area is the $1.37 price per square foot 2 Bed | 2 Bath Ranch Model at Perry Creek Townhomes - Midland, MI in the starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Bay County apartment is the 916 McKinley St Model at 916 McKinley St, Unit unit 2 . 3 bedroom apartment starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Perry Creek Townhomes - Midland, MI2 Bed | 2 Bath Ranch2BR,2BA$1.37
916 McKinley St, Unit unit 2 . 3 bedroom apartment916 McKinley St3BR,1BA$1.12
GolfView Apartments By The Bay2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.97
Auburn Meadows Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.73
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$1.04
Eagle Ridge Villas1 BEDROOM / 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.50
Garfield Manor - Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.51
Bay Valley Harbor ApartmentsStudio BedsitterStudio ,1BA$1.79
104 N Walnut St104 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$2.25
Lux off WashingtonFurnished Luxury Studio Apartment - Short Term ...Studio ,1BA$4.43

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay County Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bay County?

The cheapest apartment in Bay County is Pine Grove Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Bay County costs $1,770.

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 2 regular apartments in Bay County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.