Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ottawa Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (21 Rentals)

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Atlantis House
4 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantis House

429-431 Washington StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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432 Fountain Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Fountain Apartments

432 Fountain St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lafayette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

143-145 Lafayette Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lofts on Prospect
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts on Prospect

253 Prospect Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Half Century Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Half Century Apartments

14-16 Jefferson Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Grand City Heights
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand City Heights

333 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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43 Lafayette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43 Lafayette Ave

43 Lafayette AveGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Ottawa Hills, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ottawa Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ottawa Hills area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Burton Square Apartments 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 Ottawa Hills apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burton Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Grand Woods Senior Apartments1BR 1BA - Tax Credit1BR,1BA$990
The Globe Apartments1 bedroo upgraded1BR,1BA$1,000
Heritage CollectionIowa Flats- StudioStudio,1BA$1,019

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ottawa Hills, MI

As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ottawa Hills 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 Ottawa Hills apartment is the The Wren Model at Michigan Meadows starting at $2,395 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ottawa Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
Michigan MeadowsThe Wren2BR,2.5BA$1.89
470 Houseman Ave NE, Unit 1470 Houseman Ave NE3BR,1BA$1.60
940 Bates St SE, Unit 1940 Bates St SE2BR,1BA$1.40
Grand Central LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.76
The Globe Apartments1 bedroom upgraded s1BR,1BA$1.93
Burton Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
The Lofts Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.54
Maryland ParkOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ottawa Hills, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #20

Among neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Grand Rapids. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Ottawa Hills Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ottawa Hills Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ottawa Hills?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ottawa Hills is under $1,167.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa Hills?

The cheapest apartment in Ottawa Hills is Burton Square Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Ottawa Hills costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ottawa Hills?

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 27 regular apartments in Ottawa Hills 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 Ottawa Hills?

Cheap apartments in Ottawa Hills have an average cost of $212 which is $2,288 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa Hills.

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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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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