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Freyling Mendels Apartments
1059 Wealthy St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49506
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ottawa Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (18 Rentals)
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Regency Park Apartments
2518 Normandy Dr SEGrand Rapids, MI 49506
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Heritage Collection
68 Ransom Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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100 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Academy Manor
43 Lakeside Dr NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Samaritas Affordable Senior Living (55+)
600 Burton StGrand Rapids, MI 49507
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Ottawa Hills, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Hills Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $875 | $2,500 |
| Ottawa Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $949 | $2,378 |
| Ottawa Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $975 | $3,831 |
| Ottawa Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $835 | $4,458 |
| Ottawa Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $660 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ottawa Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Ottawa Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ottawa Hills 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 Ottawa Hills apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
| Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| Lafayette Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Heritage Collection | Park Place - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ottawa Hills, MI
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ottawa Hills 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 Ottawa Hills 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 Ottawa Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Meadows | The Warbler | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.79 |
| Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1 | 725 Michigan St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Diamond Place I | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Briarlane Apartments | One Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Madison Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Maryland Park | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Academy Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Ottawa Hills, Grand Rapids, MI
East Grand Rapids High School
East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Public School - Grades 9-12 (914)
9 out of 10
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (652)
9 out of 10
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $1,202.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Ottawa Hills is Diamond Place I which is listed at $1,048, while the average apartment in Ottawa Hills costs $1,900.
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 31 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 $412 which is $1,488 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa Hills.
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