Cheap Homes for Rent in Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $900 (14 Rentals)

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Baxter, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Heritage CollectionPark Place - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,139
Grand Central LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI

As of May 11, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Michigan MeadowsThe Warbler3BR,2.5BA$1.79
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
Trowbridge Flats3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.54
Hopson Flats3 bed/Price per Bed3BR,1BA$0.65
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1725 Michigan St NE1BR,1BA$1.50
Diamond Place I2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.97
Madison Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.88
The Globe Apartments2x1a2BR,1BA$1.74
Maryland ParkTwo Bedroom/ One Bath2BR,1BA$1.93
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about Baxter

What type of rentals are currently available in Baxter?

There are currently 278 Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI with pricing that ranges from $635 to $4,458. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baxter ranging from $950 to $9,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Baxter?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Baxter ranges from $950 to $9,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,680.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Baxter?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Baxter range from $835 to $4,458, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $635.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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