
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Gilford, MI from $500 (47 Rentals)
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GolfView Apartments By The Bay

Lux off Washington

Pine Grove Apartments

Covington Cove Apartments

Bay Valley Harbor Apartments

Country Way Townhomes

Deerlick Apartments

Moore Rd 17
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Village Square Apartments

Huntington Place Apartments

Silver Creek Apartments

Country Squire Apartments

55+ Country Meadows

Sugar Creek Apartments

Baypointe Apartments

Wicklow Apartments

The LUX of Saginaw
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Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes

Township Square

The Heights Apartments

Raven Lane Apartments

704 N Grant St

Niche Amadore Apartments

The Poplars Apartments

Shirwinjo Apartments

311 Adams St
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702 Center Ave

Mackinaw Heights

Andre Arms

Niche Carrollton

Sheridan Arms Apartments

3278 Brentwood Dr

Garfield Manor - Senior Apartments

4640 Fox Pointe Dr

Webb Drive Apartments
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707 Lee St

Eagle Ridge Villas

Orchard Manor Apartments

1150 Peachtree Dr

1108 W Holland St

634 Damon St

3013 Egleston Ave

726 E York Ave

Mapleview Apartments
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Gilford, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gilford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilford Studio Apartments | $792 | $525 | $1,066 |
| Gilford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $972 | $679 | $1,328 |
| Gilford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $725 | $2,100 |
| Gilford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $950 | $1,659 |
| Gilford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,275 | $2,104 |
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Cheapest Available Gilford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gilford, MI is a Studio unit found at Bavarian Village priced from $525. Pine Grove Apartments in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gilford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bavarian Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Covington Cove Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Deerlick Apartments | Deer Lick Apartments - Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Country Way Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Moore Rd 17 | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $780 |
| Lux off Washington | Luxury Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Country Squire Apartments | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Wicklow Apartments | STANDARD-TOP LEVEL W/BALCONY | 2BR,1BA | $869 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilford, MI and Nearby
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gilford area is the $0.94 price per square foot Meadowview Estates - Three Bedroom Galley Kitch... Model at Meadowview Estates Family Homes in the starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Gilford apartment is the The Mulberry Model at Township Square starting at $1,145 with a $1.13 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gilford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowview Estates Family Homes | Meadowview Estates - Three Bedroom Galley Kitch... | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Township Square | The Mulberry | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The LUX of Saginaw | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Baypointe Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Wicklow Apartments | STANDARD-GARDEN LEVEL | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Covington Cove Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Country Way Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Moore Rd 17 | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gilford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gilford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gilford is at Bavarian Village listed at $525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gilford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gilford Apartment is $680 at Bavarian Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gilford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gilford is starting from $725 at Covington Cove Apartments.
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