
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Bays, KY from $500 (51 Rentals)
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Morrow Rentals

Katelyn Court Apartments

Betty Jane Apartments

McGinnis Properties

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East Ridge Apartments

Shawnee Trail Apartments

Williamsburg Terrace

Vines at Saddlebrook
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Summit Apartments

Ty Lane Apartments

Studio 28

Polo Club Park - Senior/Affordable Housing

Century Lofts

1040 Brandy Ln

Top Notch Townhomes & Storage

Twin Lakes Apartments

Providence Hill Apartments

Townhomes & Flats at MSU
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Gleneagles

Sunrise Suites

The Resort Apartments

The Lofts at Winchester

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Williams Estates Apartments

The BLVD at Hays

Legacy Lake Apartments

Reserve at Hamburg

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Carriage Place Apartments

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2005 Willow Dr
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Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments

4547-4535 Piedmont Rd

114 Collins St

Gibson Lane Apartments

4 Circle Dr

(Transitioned) Westmoreland

Oakbrook

131 Lancelot Ct

3348 8th Street Rd

Pinson Place Apartments
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Oak Hill Apartments

8003 Wilburn Way

4617 US-60

SPECIALS: The Reserve & Enclave at Fairholme

Garden Estates

727 Leeward Ct

728 Leeward Ct

723 Leeward Ct

136 Georgia St

222 Buffalo Trce
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Bays, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bays Studio Apartments | $934 | $814 | $995 |
| Bays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $600 | $1,834 |
| Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $640 | $2,284 |
| Bays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,000 | $2,464 |
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Cheapest Available Bays Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bays, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Fort Gay Apartments in the Wayne County neighborhood priced from $600. Katelyn Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bays apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Betty Jane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Shawnee Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $741 |
| Williamsburg Terrace | One Bedroom-Rent Based on Income | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| (Transitioned) Westmoreland | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Studio 28 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $814 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bays, KY and Nearby
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bays area is the $0.46 price per square foot Townhome Model at McGinnis Properties in the starting from $700. The second greatest value Bays apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Carriage Place Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bays apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.46 |
| Carriage Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Vines at Saddlebrook | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| (Transitioned) Westmoreland | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Providence Hill Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Betty Jane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bays Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bays?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bays is at Studio 28 listed at $814.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bays Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bays Apartment is $600 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bays Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bays is starting from $640 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bays Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vines at Saddlebrook and starts from $935.
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