
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Midtown Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids.


Heritage Collection

Grand Central Lofts

1354 Wealthy St SE

Westminster Meadows - Senior

Academy Manor

The Globe Apartments

16 Portsmouth Pl NE

Diamond Place I

Oakview Apartments

313 Carrier St NE

526 Livingston Ave NE

1041 Davis Ave NW

922 M.L.K. Jr St SE

Maryland Park
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 | $1,297 | $850 | $2,500 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $949 | $3,500 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $925 | $3,748 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $720 | $3,978 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $620 | $3,215 |
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There are currently 34 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 |
The Globe Apartments | 1 bedroo upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Heritage Collection | Iowa Flats- Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,019 |
Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Maryland Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
Midtown CityZen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Grand Rapids, MI
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Grand Rapids area is the $1.22 price per square foot 251 Page St NE Model at 251 Page St NE, Unit 251 Page Street - Lower in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Midtown Grand Rapids 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 Midtown Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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251 Page St NE, Unit 251 Page Street - Lower | 251 Page St NE | 3BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
601 West | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Hopson Flats | 3 bed/Price per Bed | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
470 Houseman Ave NE, Unit 1 | 470 Houseman Ave NE | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
940 Bates St SE, Unit 1 | 940 Bates St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
429 Shirley St NE, Unit 1 | 429 Shirley St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Montessori Public School
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
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Best Local Schools in Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Montessori Public School
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
School data provided by Great Schools
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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 $1,150.
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 $2,500.
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 32 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 $182 which is $2,318 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Grand Rapids.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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