Historic Studio Apartment Near Uptown Bay City
If you love historic homes and original architectural details, Apartment 1 at 502 Wilson Street is truly one of a kind.
Located on the first floor of a charming pre-1900 home, this approximately 425-square-foot studio-style apartment is filled with character. The main living and sleeping area features original oak hardwood floors laid in a distinctive picture-frame pattern, beautiful dark wood trim, abundant natural light and an ornate decorative fireplace with original tilework. Please note that the fireplace is decorative and not operational.
A separate eat-in kitchen provides more space than you typically find in a studio apartment. It includes vintage metal cabinetry, a refrigerator, a brand-new gas stove and a large original built-in cabinet that can be used as a pantry, wardrobe or additional storage. The compact bathroom has been recently updated and includes a brand-new toilet.
Residents also have access to shared coin-operated laundry conveniently located in the basement.
The apartment is located near Uptown Bay City and the Lafayette Avenue Bridge, downtown restaurants, shopping, entertainment and the Saginaw Riverfront.
Included with rent:
**High-speed internet
**Lawn service
**Snow removal
**Water & Trash
Heat and gas are billed separately as variable monthly charges based on usage.
Apartment features:
First-floor unit
Separate eat-in kitchen
Original oak hardwood floors
Decorative historic fireplace
Original built-in storage cabinet
Brand-new gas stove
Recently updated bathroom
Shared coin-operated basement laundry
Abundant natural light
Professionally managed by Karl Wilson Properties
This is a unique opportunity to enjoy an affordable, low-maintenance home with architectural character that cannot be recreated. Contact us today to schedule a showing.
The following is included in your base rent:
High-speed internet, water, trash, lawn service, snow removal
There is a separate fee for electricity and gas that is based on usage.
Small dogs are welcome for additional fees.
502 Wilson St
Bay City, MI 48708
Apartment building
Studio
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 Unit 1 Studio, 1 ba | 500 | Now | Fees may apply $690 |
What's special
Vintage metal cabinetrySeparate eat-in kitchenBeautiful dark wood trimBrand-new gas stoveAbundant natural lightFirst-floor unitRecently updated bathroom
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: 48708
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Getting around
Nearby schools in Bay City
Macgregor Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.7 miles5/10
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2/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Handy Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 2.1 miles4/10
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4/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Bay City Central High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.3 miles6/10
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4/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Living in Bay City
ZIP code 48708 covers parts of Bay City, Hampton, and Portsmouth in Michigan’s Saginaw Bay region, where the Saginaw River meets the bay. The climate brings warm summers, cold winters, and changing lakeshore weather. Bay City’s historic downtown and riverfront give the area a distinctive local character, with shops, restaurants, coffee stops, and seasonal arts and community events. Waterfront paths and nearby parks offer room to walk, cycle, and enjoy the outdoors; playgrounds and library services add useful everyday amenities. The river and bay shape both the scenery and recreation, while local roads connect the communities and provide routes toward nearby regional centers. Public transit options are more limited outside the central area, so a car can be helpful for many trips. For ZIP code 48708, the median rent is $1,000 per month, with a typical range of $500 to $1,650.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 502 Wilson St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
502 Wilson St is located at 502 Wilson St, Bay City, MI. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Wanigan Eatery and Pub, Lindsay Truffler, and Meaty's Roadhouse BBQ & Sausage Shack.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 502 Wilson St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 502 Wilson St include McLaren Medical Building (0.8 miles away), bay regional 820 lincoln (1 mile away), and riverview medical associates (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 502 Wilson St?
The schools assigned to 502 Wilson St include Macgregor Elementary School, Handy Middle School, and Bay City Central High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 502 Wilson St?
502 Wilson St is located near 3 grocery stores, including Bay City Foodland (0.4 miles) and Save-A-Lot (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Dollar General, are approximately 0.4 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 502 Wilson St?
502 Wilson St is located within 0.6 miles of K&B University, 1 mile of Luthar.code, and 1 mile of Delta College Planetarium.
