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Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Grand Rapids, MI

Pricing Updated: 04/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Grand Rapids, MI area range in price from $620 to $4,386 with an overall median price of $2,357. The three Grand Rapids neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Alger Heights at $940, Millbrook at $878, and East Grand Rapids at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Grand Rapids Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Alger Heights$1,680$94017
Millbrook$1,680$87868
East Grand Rapids$1,795$85065
Cheshire$1,797$62096
Creston$1,800$62095
Monroe North$1,850$620158
Ridgemoor$1,895$87856
Downtown Grand Rapids$1,939$63576
West Grand Rapids$1,980$92554
Michigan Street$2,000$85092

Cheapest Available Grand Rapids Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Leo & Alpine in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood priced from $660. Arrowhead Apartments in the Ridgemoor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grand Rapids apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Leo & Alpine1Bedroom1BR,1BA$660
Arrowhead ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$940
Pine Oak ApartmentsApartment1BR,1BA$949
The Orchards at Four Mile1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$970
Burton Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Grand Woods Senior Apartments1BR 1BA - Tax Credit1BR,1BA$990
Wingate ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$992
Old Farm ShoresThe CottageStudio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grand Rapids area is the $1.00 price per square foot Townhome Model at Burton East Apartments in the in the Ridgemoor neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Grand Rapids apartment is the 251 Page St NE Model at 251 Page St NE, Unit 251 Page Street - Lower starting at $1,950 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Burton East ApartmentsTownhome3BR,2.5BA$1.00
251 Page St NE, Unit 251 Page Street - Lower251 Page St NE3BR,1BA$1.22
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
Hopson Flats3 bed/Price per Bed3BR,1BA$0.65
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.01
Danbury Place ApartmentsModel2BR,1BA$1.21
Hunters Ridge2 BEDS | 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.31
Wimbledon Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath - 901 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.37
Burton Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed3BR,2BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Rapids

What type of rentals are currently available in Grand Rapids?

There are currently 706 Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI with pricing that ranges from $620 to $4,386. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Grand Rapids ranging from $900 to $5,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Grand Rapids?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Grand Rapids ranges from $900 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,315.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Grand Rapids?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Grand Rapids range from $720 to $4,386, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $4,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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