Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Hill Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (23 Rentals)

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Atlantis House
4 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantis House

429-431 Washington StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Emerald Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Flats

811 Emerald Ave NEGrand 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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Stockbridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

636 1st St NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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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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South Hill, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Hill 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 South Hill apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burton Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
The Globe Apartments1 bedroo upgraded1BR,1BA$1,000
Heritage CollectionIowa Flats- StudioStudio,1BA$1,019
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,030

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hill, MI

As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Hill 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 South Hill apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 601 West starting at $1,750 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
601 West2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.50
1008 Alpine Ave NW, Unit 11008 Alpine Ave NW3BR,1BA$1.47
Hopson Flats3 bed/Price per Bed3BR,1BA$0.65
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.01
940 Bates St SE, Unit 1940 Bates St SE2BR,1BA$1.40
429 Shirley St NE, Unit 1429 Shirley St NE2BR,1BA$1.58
Burton Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.54
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed3BR,2BA$1.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Hill, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #8

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

This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan, including Grand Rapids. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the South Hill Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Hill?

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

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Hill?

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

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Hill?

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 28 regular apartments in South Hill 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 South Hill?

Cheap apartments in South Hill have an average cost of $149 which is $2,351 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Hill.

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

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