
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (18 Rentals)
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Baxter, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baxter?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Baxter Studio Apartments | $1,330 | $875 | $2,500 |
Baxter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $949 | $3,500 |
Baxter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $975 | $3,831 |
Baxter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $835 | $4,458 |
Baxter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $660 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Baxter Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baxter area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Academy Manor priced from $982. Diamond Place I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,048. Here are the most affordable Baxter apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
Lafayette Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Maryland Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Heritage Collection | Park Place - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baxter area is the $1.79 price per square foot The Warbler Model at Michigan Meadows in the in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Baxter apartment is the 2bed/2bath Model at Historic Kingsley Building starting at $1,875 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baxter apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Michigan Meadows | The Warbler | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.79 |
Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Trowbridge Flats | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Hopson Flats | 3 bed/Price per Bed | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1 | 725 Michigan St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Diamond Place I | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Madison Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Maryland Park | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBaxter, Grand Rapids, MI
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Getting Around the Baxter Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baxter Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Baxter?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Baxter is at Academy Manor listed at $982.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baxter Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baxter Apartment is $1,048 at Diamond Place I.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Baxter Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Baxter is starting from $1,250 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Baxter Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Baxter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarlane Apartments and starts from $1,578.
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