
Cheap Apartments for Rent in University Center, MI from $500 (38 Rentals)
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The Poplars Apartments

Lux off Washington

Covington Cove Apartments

Bay Valley Harbor Apartments
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Township Court
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Ambassador Arms Apartments

Green Acres - Saginaw, MI

Old Orchard By The Bay Apartments

311 Adams St
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520 S Andre St

5365 Stiffler Rd

1211 State St
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1108 Court St

205 S Catherine St

117 Grove St

25 S 3rd St
University Center, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Center Studio Apartments | $807 | $550 | $1,150 |
University Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $953 | $700 | $1,817 |
University Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $700 | $2,322 |
University Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,009 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available University Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in University Center, MI is a Studio unit found at Niche Amadore Apartments priced from $550. Lux off Washington in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Center apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Niche Amadore Apartments | Renovated Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
Lux off Washington | ADA Accessible Studio Apartment Home | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Covington Cove Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Niche Carrollton | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Garfield Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
The Poplars Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Fox Glen Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Center, MI and Nearby
As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Center area is the $0.98 price per square foot The Lindsay - With Porch Model at Old Orchard By The Bay Apartments in the starting from $1,209. The second greatest value University Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment Model at Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.87 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for University Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Old Orchard By The Bay Apartments | The Lindsay - With Porch | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.98 |
Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Township Square | The Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Waterside Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Niche Carrollton | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Township Court | The Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
The Heights Apartments | Newly Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Covington Cove Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
The Poplars Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Pine Grove Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Center is at Niche Amadore Apartments listed at $550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Center Apartment is $700 at Pine Grove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Center is starting from $700 at Covington Cove Apartments.
What is the most affordable University Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Old Orchard By The Bay Apartments and starts from $1,189.
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