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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Shimmering swimming pool
  • Picturesque picnic area
  • Sophisticated window coverings
  • Inviting resident lounge
  • Elegant wood accent walls

Location

1700 Bob Smith Road, Baytown, TX 77521, USA
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Property Overview

Bay Oaks offers exceptional overall value with a 9.2/10 Zumper expert rating, combining a competitive price point, premier amenities, and a top-tier 10/10 score for both location and quality. Residents can enjoy features like a shimmering swimming pool, picturesque picnic area, resident lounge, elegant wood accent walls, and in-home conveniences such as a dishwasher and sophisticated window coverings, all supported by detailed, trustworthy listing information and ample photos. The property is also particularly convenient for pet owners, with multiple nearby pet services and easy access to groceries and well-rated schools.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
Bay Oaks is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Bay Side1 bed1 bath625 sqft$706 /mo
Bay View1 bed1 bath700 sqft$731 /mo
Coral Bay2 bed1 bath815 sqft$934 /mo
Sandy Bay2 bed2 bath900 sqft$943 /mo
Monaco Bay3 bed2 bath1,112 sqft$1,252 /mo

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Amenities for Bay Oaks

Apartment Amenities

Large ClosetsWindow Coverings
Wooden Accent Wall

Appliances

DishwasherRefrigerator

Building

24-hour a day Emergency MaintenanceAlarm System Optional
Cats OKDogs OK
Residents LoungeSecurity Cameras
Wheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Barbecue GrillsPet-Friendly Community
Picnic AreaPlayground
Shimmering Swimming PoolSun Deck

Services

24-Hour Laundry Facility On-SiteBilingual Staff
Courtesy PatrolMonthly Social Events
On-Site Professional Management Staff

Other

Online Resident Services and Bill PayShort Term Leasing Available
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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HomeApartments in Baytown Bay Oaks

Welcome to your New Home Our community amenities are unmatched, featuring a shimmering swimming pool, an inviting resident lounge, and a picturesque picnic area. We also organize monthly events for our residents, ensuring vibrant and engaging experiences. Embracing a pet-friendly philosophy, we warmly welcome you and your cherished pets. Discover the essence of prosperous living at Bay Oaks apartments in Baytown, TX – visit us today. Discover the epitome of opulence with our exquisite collection of one, two, or three bedroom apartments for rent. Each residence reflects premium living with elegant wood accent walls and sophisticated window coverings, while select homes boast expansive closets and a dishwasher for an added touch of refinement.


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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.2
/10
Excellent
Bay Oaks is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Bay Oaks
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Bay Oaks is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Bay Oaks goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24-hour a day emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Bay Oaks receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bay Oaks offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Bay Oaks has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Bay Oaks.
Trustworthiness·10A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Bay Oaks sets a high bar for up-to-date information, transparency, and thoroughness in marketing and communication. It's verified, offers multiple lifestyle photos, and provides detailed information about its features and attributes. The clarity it provides sets it apart from other rentals, making Bay Oaks a trustworthy choice for potential residents.

Bay Oaks is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Bay Oaks compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Baytown

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 15% lower than 1-bedrooms in Baytown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Bay Oaks to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Baytown.

3-bedroom apartments at Bay Oaks cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Baytown.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Baytown
A table of studio rental data trends in Baytown
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$639
July 2024$911
August 2024$773
September 2024$785
October 2024$785
November 2024$778
December 2024$751
January 2025$785
February 2025$717
March 2025$710
April 2025$709
May 2025$709
June 2025$709
July 2025$709
August 2025$709
September 2025$708
October 2025$708
November 2025$708
December 2025$708
January 2026$708
February 2026$715
March 2026$726
April 2026$722
May 2026$713

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,740/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,740 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $718.
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Schools near Bay Oaks

James Bowie Elementary School

200 clayton dr

baytown, TX, 77520

PK, K-5Public
B-

EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY

4544 interstate 10 e

baytown, TX, 77521

PKPublic

JESSIE LEE PUMPHREY EL

9023 garth rd

baytown, TX, 77521

PK, K-5Public

Barbers Hill Int South

9600 eagle dr

mont belvieu, TX, 77580

4-6Public

Barbers Hill Int North

9600 eagle dr

mont belvieu, TX, 77580

4-6Public
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Getting around Baytown near 1700 Bob Smith Road

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 1700 Bob Smith Road, Baytown

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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