
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Midtown Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids.


Freyling Mendels Apartments

Heritage Collection

Grand Central Lofts

Westminster Meadows - Senior

Academy Manor

Diamond Place I

Oakview Apartments

Lafayette Apartment Homes
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Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Midtown Grand Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,329 | $875 | $2,500 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $782 | $3,500 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $934 | $3,831 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $720 | $4,458 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $620 | $3,215 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Grand Rapids Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Westminster Meadows - Senior priced from $975. Academy Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $982. Here are the most affordable Midtown Grand Rapids apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Lafayette Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Greenfield Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,111 |
Heritage Collection | Park Place - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Prospect Apartment Homes | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Grand Rapids, MI
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Grand Rapids area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2bed/2bath Model at Historic Kingsley Building in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Midtown Grand Rapids apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Trowbridge Flats starting at $2,001 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 |
The 616 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
863 Lafayette Ave NE, Unit #2 | 863 Lafayette Ave NE | 4BR,1BA | $1.48 |
429 Shirley St NE, Unit 1 | 429 Shirley St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1 | 725 Michigan St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.93 |
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Michigan and customized analysis for Central Grand Rapids, MI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Grand Rapids Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Grand Rapids is under $1,155.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids costs $1,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Grand Rapids?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 35 regular apartments in Midtown Grand Rapids that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Grand Rapids have an average cost of $305 which is $1,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Grand Rapids.
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