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University Center, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in University Center, MI is a Studio unit found at 704 N Grant St in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood priced from $600. 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 University Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
704 N Grant StStudioStudio,1BA$600
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$700
Covington Cove ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$700
Niche Carrollton1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$725
Bay Valley Harbor ApartmentsStudio BedsitterStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Center, MI and Nearby

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Center area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bed | 1.5 Bath 2-Story + Basement Model at Freeland Rental Homes - Freeland/Bay City, MI in the starting from $1,700. The second greatest value University Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Country Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,135 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for University Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Freeland Rental Homes - Freeland/Bay City, MI3 Bed | 1.5 Bath 2-Story + Basement3BR,1.5BA$1.06
Country Ridge Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Township CourtThe Courtyard Executive2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Old Orchard By The Bay ApartmentsThe Brian2BR,1BA$0.88
Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$0.87
Ambassador Arms ApartmentsCranbrook2BR,1BA$1.07
Niche Carrollton1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.85
Covington Cove ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
The Poplars Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Center

What type of rentals are currently available in University Center?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in University Center, MI with pricing that ranges from $565 to $2,575. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Center ranging from $450 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Center ranges from $450 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,824.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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