1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI (417 Rentals)

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Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 18, 2026

There are currently 1475 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Grand Rapids, MI that range in price from $440 to $3,700. Outer Kentwood Wyoming, Byron Gaines Caledonia Cascade and Ada Cannon Plainfield are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Grand Rapids with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Kentwood Wyoming131$1,517$440
Byron Gaines Caledonia Cascade105$1,496$440
Ada Cannon Plainfield102$1,488$440
North Grand Rapids83$1,490$950
Belknap Lookout52$1,606$950
Highland Park50$1,615$1,015
Hillside48$1,615$895
East Hills47$1,615$440
Midtown Grand Rapids47$1,615$895
West Leonard41$1,643$950

Largest Available Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Grand Rapids, MI is found at 1 Oakes St SW in the Center City neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $1,975. Seven45 Stocking has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,017 square feet and currently listed start at $1,325. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Grand Rapids:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1 Oakes St SW1/1.51,100 Sq Ft$1,975
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1,017 Sq Ft$1,325
ReNew Woodland Ranch SouthSouth - 1D1,000 Sq Ft$1,459
The FountainsSuperior Classic975 Sq Ft$1,499
Savannah at Waterford VillageA1905 Sq Ft$2,025
Bayberry Farms ApartmentsOne Bedroom 1.5 Bath894 Sq Ft$1,450
Meadowbrooke Apartment HomesSpruce870 Sq Ft$1,709
Wyndham HillWindsor850 Sq Ft$1,549
Lamberton LakeThe Sandpiper850 Sq Ft$1,399
The Globe Apartments1x1a844 Sq Ft$1,375

Cheapest Available Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Grand Rapids, MI is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 600 sq ft Model starting from $1,005 at Crossroads Apartments in the Alger Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Orchards at Four Mile starting at $1,015 in the North Grand Rapids neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids is currently $1,504. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Grand Rapids:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Crossroads Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 600 sq ft$1,005
The Orchards at Four Mile1 Bed 1 Bath$1,015
Swiss Valley ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,036
Academy ManorOne Bedroom$1,041
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$1,048
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom w/ Patio Option$1,065
Apple Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard$1,076
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out$1,092
Pheasant Ridge Apartments1x1$1,100
Alpine Slopes Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,108

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Grand Rapids Overview

Grand Rapids is a vibrant city. The weather is cool but comfortable, the city has an interesting history, and the landmarks are beautiful. There is always plenty to do and many festivals keep the locals as well as tourists entertained year-round. Grand Rapids has many great vacation spots and there are plenty of available options for homes and apartments for rent in Grand Rapids to meet anyone's needs. Additionally, even for a bustling city, the traffic is manageable and the public transportation is excellent. All this combines to make living in a Grand Rapids apartment truly unique.

Why live in Grand Rapids, MI?

Grand Rapids is a unique city. The art and culture are vibrant, the cuisine is excellent, and the natural beauty is breathtaking. The downtown is home to great restaurants, clubs, and museums. ArtPrize is one of the world’s foremost art competition and happens every autumn in Grand Rapids. The wonderful beaches of Lake Michigan are also only a short distance away from the city. All of this combines to make Grand Rapids a wonderful city and makes finding the best Grand Rapids apartment to live in - a must.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Grand Rapids Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Grand Rapids with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Grand Rapids is at Crossroads Apartments listed at $1,005.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Grand Rapids Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Grand Rapids is $1,504.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Grand Rapids Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Grand Rapids is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,975 at 1 Oakes St SW.

What is the average size for Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Grand Rapids is currently 776 sq ft.

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