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915 Barney Ave

3509 Ridgecliffe Dr

2524 Tyrone St

1417 KNIGHT
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1023 Barrie Ave

1220 Alvord Ave

936 Stocker Ave

2143 O’Brien Rd

2442 Gibson St
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3505 Ridgecliffe Dr

726 E Parkway Ave

988 S Ballenger Hwy

6203 Hilton Ln

1553 Illinois Ave
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Genesee, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Genesee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $932 | $650 | $1,375 |
| Genesee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,320 | $850 | $2,500 |
| Genesee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,500 | $1,400 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Genesee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Genesee, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Roger Thomas Apartments in the Burton Davison neighborhood priced from $575. Cozy Home Apartments in the East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Genesee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roger Thomas Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| Cozy Home Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| River Forest Apartments | 1 x 1 775sf River Forest | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Tradewinds Mobile Home Community | Unavailable | 2BR,1BA | $735 |
| Arbor Lane Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Genesee area is the $0.86 price per square foot Available Now! Summerfield Condos! Kearsley Sch... Model at Summerfield Apartments in the in the Burton Davison neighborhood starting from $899. The second greatest value Genesee apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Cedarshores Apartments starting at $978 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Northeast Flint Beecher Genesee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Genesee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerfield Apartments | Available Now! Summerfield Condos! Kearsley Sch... | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Cedarshores Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Hazel Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom All Utilities Paid | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Morris Square | 2 BR/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Arbor Lane Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| River Ridge Apartments | 2/1 DLX | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| River Forest Apartments | 1 x 1 816sf River Forest | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Tradewinds Mobile Home Community | Unavailable | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| SYLVESTER MANOR APARTMENTS | BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Collingwood Village | The Grandwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Genesee?
There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI with pricing that ranges from $575 to $2,650. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Genesee ranging from $500 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Genesee?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Genesee ranges from $500 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $995.
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