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17 Lafayette Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 816-2351
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Lafayette Apartment Homes

17 Lafayette Ave
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 816-2351
Lafayette Apartment Homes in Grand Rapids, MI - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $1,200-$1,395Pricing
  • 275–422Square Feet

About Lafayette Apartment Homes

Look and Lease Special - Tour your new home and apply within 72 hours of touring to receive $1,000* off of your first full month's rent! *Some restrictions may apply. These beautiful apartments offer exceptional value with rent that includes gas, electricity, Wi-Fi, refuse, and recycling. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer--some restrictions apply, so contact us today for full details and to schedule a tour! This classic home will take you back to the area in which it was built with a modern twist! You will enjoy the unique features of this historic home, including beautiful hardwood floors, stained glass, and historic design details. This historic property, located in the Heritage Hill Historic District, features charming and spacious studio apartments. Amenities include shared laundry facilities, bike storage, a lounge area, carport rental options, on-site parking options, and pet-friendly units with no breed or weight restrictions. There may be additional fees for electricity charged during high-use months. The neighborhood is pedestrian and bike-friendly with easy access to downtown Grand Rapids, shopping, nightlife, local coffee shops, and restaurants. It is also conveniently located near the Medical Mile, MSU College of Medicine, Grand Valley State University downtown campus, Grand Rapids Community College, St. Mary's Hospital, DeVos Children's Hospital, Mary Free Bed, and Spectrum Downtown Hospital. All applicants must meet the minimum gross income requirement of 2.5 times the monthly rent and must pass a credit and criminal background check. There is a $75 administrative fee for all applicants over the age of 18. EHO

Lafayette Apartment Homes is located in the Heritage Hill Neighborhood and 49503 Zip code of Grand Rapids, MI. This community is professionally managed by Redstone Properties

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 247 Emergency Maintenance
  • Ceiling Fans in Some Units
  • Common area green space
  • Community Room with TV
  • Covered bike storage
  • Decorative fireplaces in most homes
  • Fully Furnished Short Term Rental
  • Heat & electric included
  • Historical home charm
  • Large windows
  • Lounge, game area
  • Natural Light
  • Near Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Near MSU College of Medicine
  • Newly Renovated Homes
  • Oak Wood Floors
  • Online Resident Portal
  • on-site laundry
  • Private entry in some homes
  • Professional management company
  • Proximity to the Medical Mile
  • Spacious Studios
  • Upgraded paint and fixtures
  • Walkability score
  • WiFi INCLUDED
  • Window Coverings Included
  • Within minutes to Kendall College of Art & Design
  • Within walking distance to downtown Grand Rapids

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Lafayette Apartment Homes offers Studio apartments starting from $1,200 and having 275–422 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      Studio, 1 Bathroom

      From $1,200

      Studio, 1 Bath, 275-422 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,275Available NowN5328$1,000
      $1,395Available NowS7422$1,000
      $1,200Available NowN6275$1,000

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Ceiling Fans
      • Fireplace
      • Wi-Fi

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,200 - $1,395

      Unit N5 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,275

      Deposit

      • $1,000 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,200 - $1,395

      Unit S7 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,395

      Deposit

      • $1,000 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,200 - $1,395

      Unit N6 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,200

      Deposit

      • $1,000 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,200 - $1,395
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

    Schedule a Tour

    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (616) 816-2351 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Move-In
    Administrative Fee$250
    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per Applicant$75

    Other Fees

    Storage Fees

    Storage Unit

    Storage Deposit$0
    Storage Rent$0/mo
    Storage Rent$0/mo
    Storage Deposit$0

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Dogs

    • Fees Not Specified
    Restrictions:

    One-time pet fee of $450, with a monthly pet rent of $35 per pet, with a maximum of two pets. | Restrictions: None

    Cats

    • Fees Not Specified
    Restrictions:

    One-time pet fee of $450, with a monthly pet rent of $35 per pet, with a maximum of two pets. | Restrictions: None

    Parking Info and Fees

    Other

    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Lounge

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Wi Fi

    Living Area Features

    • Window Coverings
    • Hardwood Floors
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    17 Lafayette Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    93 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    61 / 100

    Bikeable

    Some bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    64 / 100

    Good Transit

    Many nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about Lafayette Apartment Homes

    Where is Lafayette Apartment Homes located?

    Lafayette Apartment Homes is located at 17 Lafayette Ave near the Heritage Hill area of Grand Rapids, MI

    What is the current rent range at Lafayette Apartment Homes?

    Studio at Lafayette Apartment Homes currently start from $1,200. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Lafayette Apartment Homes are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The Lafayette Apartment Homes Apartments are 9.1% cheaper than the average apartment in the Heritage Hill area, and 4.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Heritage Hill Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,200$1,320-$120-9.1%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Grand Rapids

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,200$1,257-$57-4.5%

      Methodology: On 10/23/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 71 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Lafayette Apartment Homes (Heritage Hill), and 198 other apartment communities in Grand Rapids using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 10/23/2025

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    Nearby Schools

    Ottawa Hills High School

    Grand Rapids Public Schools
    2055 Rosewood Avenue Southeast
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (369 Students)
    In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away
    2/10

    Grand Rapids Montessori Public School

    Grand Rapids Public Schools
    159 College Avenue Northeast
    Public School - Grades PK-12 (320 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
    4/10

    John Ball Park Zoo School

    Grand Rapids Public Schools
    1300 Fulton Street West
    Public School - Grades 6 (59 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
    5/10

    Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy

    Grand Rapids Public Schools
    512 Division Avenue South
    Public School - Grades 6-12 (466 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
    5/10

    Innovation Central High

    Grand Rapids Public Schools
    421 Fountain Street Northeast
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (523 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    4/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Lafayette Apartment Homes.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Van Andel Arena

    130 Fulton Street West
    1 minute drive / 0.63 miles away

    DeVos Place

    303 Monroe Ave NW 303 Monroe Ave NW
    2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

    Meijer Garden and Sculpture Park

    1000 East Beltline NE
    8 minute drive / 3.81 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Goodwill

    956 Michigan St NE
    2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

    Walgreens

    425 Fuller Ave NE
    3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

    Autozone

    1112 Fuller Ave NE
    5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Grand Rapids Community College - Downtown Campus

    143 Bostwick Avenue NE
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

    Aquinas College

    1700 Fulton St. E
    5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

    Cornerstone University

    1001 E Beltline Ave NE
    7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away

    Groceries

    Aldi

    2840 Clyde Park Ave SW
    7 minute drive / 3.52 miles away

    Meijer

    1540 28th St SE
    7 minute drive / 3.73 miles away

    Trader Joe's

    3684 28th St SE
    11 minute drive / 5.37 miles away

    Hospitals

    Mercy Health Saint Mary's

    200 Jefferson Avenue Se
    1 minute drive / 0.24 miles away

    Spectrum Health - Butterworth Campus

    100 Michigan St Ne
    2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

    Forest View Psychiatric Hospital

    1055 Medical Park Se
    11 minute drive / 5.31 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Millennium Park

    Maynard Ave. SW & Butterworth Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

    Rosa Parks Circle Ice Skating Rink

    Monroe Ave NX Pearl Street NW
    5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

    Huff Park

    2286 Ball Ave. NE
    7 minute drive / 3.42 miles away

    Lafayette Apartment Homes has 5 parks within 4.7 miles, including Millennium Park, Rosa Parks Circle Ice Skating Rink, Huff Park, Frederik Meijer Gardens, and Aman Park.

    Shopping Centers

    Peacock Building

    150-158 Fulton St E
    1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

    T2 Retail Center

    530 S Division Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

    The Place El Lugar Mini Mall

    574 S Division Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

    Lafayette Apartment Homes has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Grand Rapids Studio Apartments $1,257$895$2,500
    Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,476$895$4,012
    Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,809$873$3,804
    Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,222$720$4,215
    Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,050$620$3,910

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