
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Gaines, MI from $600 (40 Rentals)
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Oak Park Manor

Maple Park Terraces

Clover Tree Apartments

Mapleridge

Residences at Grand Blanc Apartments - Grand Blanc, MI

Genesee Village - Flint, MI

Royal Durand Apartments
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Ripley Tickner Apartments

The Elms at Granada

13366 North Rd

Stonehenge Gates
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7686 M-71

Riverwood Luxury Apartments

Miller West Apartments

Pier 38

Heatherwood Apartments

The LUX off Linden

The Grove off North

River Forest Apartments
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109 Oakley St

Midtown Flats

1023 Barrie Ave

3701 Whitney Ave

955 S Ballenger Hwy

3318 Augusta St.

1205 Pinehurst Ave

300 Detroit St
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628 Alvord Ave

1151 E Decamp St

Riverside Manor Townhouses

Apple Creek Station Apartments

4064 Homestead Dr

3012 S Grand Traverse St

2421 Concord St

843 Remington Ave
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Gaines, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gaines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaines Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
| Gaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $699 | $1,899 |
| Gaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $834 | $2,999 |
| Gaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $1,184 | $2,599 |
| Gaines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,899 | $2,499 | $3,299 |
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Cheapest Available Gaines Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gaines, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Park Manor priced from $700. Clover Tree Apartments in the West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaines apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Manor | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Clover Tree Apartments | 1BD TH | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Residences at Grand Blanc Apartments - Grand Blanc, MI | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Royal Durand Apartments | 1x1 850 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Westgate Manor | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Meadowview Apartments | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Southgate Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Ripley Tickner Apartments | Tickner - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| The Elms at Granada | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 13366 North Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaines, MI and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gaines area is the $0.96 price per square foot 4 Room 2 Bed 2 Den/ 2 Bath Model at Grand Summit in the in the South Flint Grand Blanc neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Gaines apartment is the 2 Bedroom - First Floor - Garage Model at The Grand starting at $1,899 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the South Flint Grand Blanc neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Summit | 4 Room 2 Bed 2 Den/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| The Grand | 2 Bedroom - First Floor - Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Georgetown Park Apartments | Cumberland | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Riverwood Luxury Apartments | 2Bed 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Miller West Apartments | Longway | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Royal Durand Apartments | 2x1 950 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Westgate Manor | 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Oak Park Manor | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Elms at Granada | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Meadowview Apartments | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gaines Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaines Apartment is $700 at Oak Park Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gaines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gaines is starting from $895 at Meadowview Apartments.
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