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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Modern amenities
  • Modern residences
  • Serene atmosphere

Location

1700 Baywood Dr, Bay City, TX 77414, USA
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Management

Shadow Bay Apartments

Leasing office

(979) 401-2003

Property Overview

Shadow Bay Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location. It stands out for its prime location, modern residences, modern amenities, and serene atmosphere, along with strong value metrics and nearby pet-related services.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Serena Playa Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Serena Playa Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0365-A41 bed1 bath611 sqft$645–$1,622 /mo2 units available
0365-A51 bed1 bath683 sqft$700–$1,695 /mo1 unit available
0365-A61 bed1 bath750 sqft$725–$1,702 /mo2 units available
0365-B22 bed1 bath725 sqft$725–$1,746 /mo5 units available
0365-B12 bed1 bath782 sqft$755–$1,744 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Serena Playa Apartments

Apartment Amenities

1st Floor2nd Floor
Walk-in Shower

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

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Units231

About Serena Playa Apartments

HomeApartments in Bay City Serena Playa Apartments

Discover exceptional living at Serena Playa Apartments in Bay City, Texas, where comfort, convenience, and coastal charm come together. Our community offers thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartment homes to fit your lifestyle and budget. Enjoy comfortable living spaces, modern features, and flexible lease options in a welcoming community. Conveniently located near local schools, beautiful parks, shopping, dining, and the stunning Gulf Coast beaches, Serena Playa Apartments puts everything you need within reach. Experience the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and value, and make Serena Playa Apartments your next place to call home!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Serena Playa Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Serena Playa Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Serena Playa Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Serena Playa Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Serena Playa Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Serena Playa Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Serena Playa Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While Serena Playa Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Serena Playa Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Serena Playa Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store 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 Serena Playa Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 137 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.2 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Bay City

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% higher than 1-bedrooms in Bay City.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Serena Playa Apartments to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bay City.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Bay City
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bay City
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$640
December 2024$645
January 2025$642
February 2025$608
March 2025$588
April 2025$595
May 2025$588
June 2025$560
July 2025$560
August 2025$560
November 2025$661
December 2025$625
January 2026$638
February 2026$646
March 2026$625
May 2026$618
June 2026$633
July 2026$630
August 2026$616
September 2026$638
October 2026$642

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1700 Baywood Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$28,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $700.
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Schools near Serena Playa Apartments

Linnie Roberts Elementary School

4100 hiram brandon dr

bay city, TX, 77414

1-2Public
C

Tenie Holmes Elementary School

3200 5th st

bay city, TX, 77414

3-5Public
C+

John H. Cherry Elementary School

2916 8th st

bay city, TX, 77414

PK, KPublic
C+
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Getting around Bay City near 1700 Baywood Dr

Walking

3/10
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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 1700 Baywood Dr, Bay City

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1700 Baywood Dr

Bay City Food Mart
2300 7th St
H-E-B
2700 7th St
Walmart Supercenter
4600 7th St

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