
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alma, MI from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Wright Ave Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments

Mary Court Place Apartments

Meadows Mobile Home Park

Countryside I, II, III & IV Apartments

Bridge Street North

Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community

Parkside Apartments
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Rest All Suites

Eastlawn Arms Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

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The Dean - Utilities Included

Woodland Place Apartments

Countryside Apartments (Countryside Apts LLC)

Chase Run Apartments

French Quarters Apartments

Rockway Village (Shepherd 33 LLC)
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Northwind Forest

Center City Lofts

Horizon Court Apartments

Sturgis Crossings

The Forum Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Oak Tree Village Apartments

Cambridge Terrace

Circle Shore Apartments
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Oakwood Place

Midland Manor Apartments

Heritage Arms

Canterbury East Apartments

Arboretum Apartment Homes

Autumn Ridge Apartments

Gaylord Street Apartments

Lakeview Mobile Home Park

1827 Gilbert St
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1932 Lowell Ave

2310 Jerome St

Greenland Place Apartments

Shepley Apartments

Woodside Apartments

1807 Union Ave

501 S University Ave

1021 S Mission St

1525 Vermont St
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Linden Apartments

620 E Gaylord St

2921 Depot St

121 S Clay St
Alma, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma Studio Apartments | $835 | $625 | $1,046 |
| Alma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $510 | $1,487 |
| Alma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,088 | $630 | $1,950 |
| Alma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $975 | $2,200 |
| Alma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $425 | $425 | $425 |
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Cheapest Available Alma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alma, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community priced from $543. Parkside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $598. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $543 |
| Parkside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $598 |
| Wright Ave Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Rest All Suites | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Mary Court Place Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Shepley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Countryside Apartments (Countryside Apts LLC) | Countryside Apartments - One Bedroom *WAITLIST ... | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $810 |
| Rockway Village (Shepherd 33 LLC) | Rockway Village - One Bedroom - WAITLIST ONLY | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alma, MI and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alma area is the $0.30 price per square foot Townhome Model at Appian Way Apartments in the starting from $425. The second greatest value Alma apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Arboretum Apartment Homes starting at $1,255 with a $1.05 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appian Way Apartments | Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| Arboretum Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 1 bedroom, one bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Edge at 1815 - Student Housing | Two Bedroom Two Bath Apartment *Per Person Rates | 2BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| Mary Court Place Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Circle Shore Apartments | Circle Shore | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| French Quarters Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Parkside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alma Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alma Apartment is $543 at Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alma is starting from $630 at Parkside Apartments.
What is the most affordable Alma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timber Creek Apartments and starts from $975.
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