Bay City, MI rental market
Last updated August 11, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Bay City, MI is $850.
$850
$0
-$135
24
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $650 to $2,225.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $600 | 4 |
| $700 | 7 |
| $800 | 8 |
| $900 | 4 |
| $1,000 | 2 |
| $1,100 | 2 |
| $1,200 | 1 |
| $1,300 | 2 |
| $1,400 | 2 |
| $1,800 | 1 |
| $1,900 | 1 |
| $2,200+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $135 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $925 | $850 |
| Feb | $883 | $918 |
| Mar | $975 | $900 |
| Apr | $1,000 | $1,057 |
| May | $995 | $918 |
| Jun | $998 | $950 |
| Jul | $920 | $900 |
| Aug | $900 | $850 |
| Sep | $985 | No data |
| Oct | $900 | No data |
| Nov | $825 | No data |
| Dec | $950 | No data |
Market temperature
The Bay City, MI rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Bay City, MI is 60% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Bay City, MI?
The average rent in Bay City, MI is $850.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Bay City, MI?
Houses in Bay City, MI rent between $650 - $2,225 with an average rent of $850.
3. How has the rent in Bay City, MI changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Bay City, MI decreased by $135
4. How much has the rent in Bay City, MI increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Bay City, MI did not change.
5. How many available rentals are there in Bay City, MI?
There are currently 24 rentals available in Bay City, MI.
6. How do rent prices in Bay City, MI compare with the national average?
The average rent in Bay City, MI is $850 — 59.52% lower the national average of $2,100.