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Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

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Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 28, 2025

There are currently 2458 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Grand Rapids, MI that range in price from $900 to $3,500. Outer Kentwood Wyoming, Ada Cannon Plainfield and Byron Gaines Caledonia Cascade 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 Wyoming199$1,465$903
Ada Cannon Plainfield166$1,515$900
Byron Gaines Caledonia Cascade147$1,420$925
North Grand Rapids129$1,520$900
Highland Park92$1,525$900
Belknap Lookout91$1,525$900
Hillside86$1,530$900
Midtown Grand Rapids86$1,525$900
East Hills83$1,525$900
Fulton Heights73$1,497$900

Largest Available Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Grand Rapids, MI is found at The Neighborhood at Englewood in the Ridgemoor neighborhood and is 1,098 square feet priced from $1,465. Fieldstone Apartments in the Byron Gaines Caledonia Cascade neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,020 square feet and currently listed start at $1,410. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Grand Rapids:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Neighborhood at EnglewoodBatchawana Renovated One BedroomOne Bath1,098 Sq Ft$1,465
Fieldstone Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 1,020 sq ft1,020 Sq Ft$1,410
Icon on BondMiami973 Sq Ft$2,119
York Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath Loft - 972 sq ft972 Sq Ft$1,278
The GroveA1942 Sq Ft$1,710
Alpine Slopes ApartmentsCaberfae Single - Renovated721 Sq Ft$1,407
Lofts on AlabamaOne Bed508 Sq Ft$1,431

Cheapest Available Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Grand Rapids, MI is the 1Bedroom Model starting from $660 at Leo & Alpine in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. The second most affordable Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community starting at $903 in the Westside Connection neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids is currently $1,528. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Grand Rapids:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Leo & Alpine1Bedroom$660
Marsh Ridge - A Senior CommunityOne Bedroom$903
Pine Oak ApartmentsApartment$949
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom$975
The Orchards at Four Mile1 Bed 1 Bath$985
Breton Court1 Bed | 1 Bath$1,008
Wingate ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,008
Prairie Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 544 sq ft$1,026

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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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Getting Around Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Leo & Alpine listed at $660.

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 $1,528.

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 1,098 square feet unit starting from $1,465 at The Neighborhood at Englewood.

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 821 sq ft.

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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI

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I grew up near Grand Rapids and have visited the growing city and its surrounding area many times. It is a true jewel of southwestern Michigan and very close to Lake Michigan and many other great locales.

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