Cheap Apartments for Rent in Big Rapids, MI from $300 (43 Rentals)

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Appleridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Appleridge Apartments

1133 Fuller AveBig Rapids, MI 49307
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707 Maple St
1 Bedroom Apartments

707 Maple St

707 Maple StBig Rapids, MI 49307

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Baybrooke Properties
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Baybrooke Properties

113 Chestnut StBig Rapids, MI 49307
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Brookwood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookwood Manor

202 Mary StClare, MI 48617
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Bridge Street North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridge Street North

1050 Bridge AveAlma, MI 48801
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Big Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Big Rapids Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Big Rapids, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Autumn Grove (Newaygo) in the Newaygo County neighborhood priced from $519. Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $543. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Rapids apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Autumn Grove (Newaygo)Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$519
Cranbrook Terrace - Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$543
Harrison Estates Mobile Home CommunityLot 132BR,1BA$625
Corning Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
707 Maple St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$795
Timber Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$810
Canterbury East ApartmentsDeluxe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Meadowcreek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$950
Cambridge Terrace2U - 2 Bedroom Upper2BR,1BA$969
Arboretum Apartment HomesOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Rapids, MI and Nearby

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Big Rapids area is the $0.30 price per square foot Townhome Model at Appian Way Apartments in the starting from $425. The second greatest value Big Rapids apartment is the Unit 17 Model at Cherry Street Town Houses starting at $1,200 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Appian Way ApartmentsTownhome4BR,2BA$0.30
Cherry Street Town HousesUnit 174BR,1.5BA$0.88
Campus Creek Townhomes2BR/2BA - Townhome Super4BR,2BA$0.81
Timber Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.88
Cambridge Terrace2L - 2 Bedroom Lower2BR,1BA$1.06
Harrison Estates Mobile Home CommunityLot 132BR,1BA$0.69
The Edge at 1815 - Student HousingTwo Bedroom Two Bath Apartment *Per Person Rates2BR,2BA$0.51
Village at BluegrassB12BR,2BA$0.65
Autumn Grove (Newaygo)Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.68
Cranbrook Terrace - Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.87

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Big Rapids Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Rapids Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Rapids Apartment is $543 at Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Big Rapids Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Big Rapids is starting from $519 at Autumn Grove (Newaygo).

What is the most affordable Big Rapids Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Big Rapids Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arboretum Apartment Homes and starts from $1,255.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.