Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Muskegon Neighborhood of Muskegon, MI from $300 (10 Rentals)

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Jefferson Towers
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Towers

1077 Jefferson StMuskegon, MI 49440
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TEN21 Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

TEN21 Apartments

1021 Jefferson StMuskegon, MI 49440
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Downtown Muskegon, Muskegon, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Muskegon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Muskegon area of Muskegon, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Glen Oaks Apartments priced from $870. Shores of Roosevelt Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Downtown Muskegon apartments for rent in Muskegon, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glen Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Shores of Roosevelt ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$985
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Muskegon, MI

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Muskegon area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Amazon Apartments in the in the Marsh Field neighborhood starting from $1,765. The second greatest value Downtown Muskegon apartment is the Pine Model at Tiffany Woods starting at $1,225 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Marsh Field neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Muskegon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amazon Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.45
Tiffany WoodsPine2BR,1.5BA$1.22
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.02
Leonard Luxury ApartmentsFurnished Middle City View1BR,1BA$3.24
Glen Oaks ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
Shores of Roosevelt ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
HighPoint Flats ApartmentsUnit C1BR,1BA$2.20
1596 8th St, Unit 41596 8th St1BR,1BA$1.25

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Downtown Muskegon, Muskegon, MI

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Muskegon. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Muskegon Neighborhood in Muskegon, MI

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Muskegon Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Muskegon Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Muskegon Apartment is $870 at Glen Oaks Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Muskegon Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Muskegon is starting from $1,015 at Barclay Apartments & Townhomes.

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