
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI from $440 (71 Rentals)


1126 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW

1245 Euclid Ave SE, Unit 1

918 Watson St SW, Unit 2

Burton Square Apartments

851 Worden St SE

954 33rd St SE

1350 Kendall St SE

The Orchards at Four Mile

Regency Park Apartments
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Westminster Meadows - Senior

Breton Court

814 Broadway Ave NW

Academy Manor

Diamond Place I

Northview Harbor - Grand Rapids, MI

242 Page St NE

918 Watson St SW, Unit Unit #3

Wingate Apartments

Leonard East Apartments
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Corner Ridge Apartments

Leonard Apartments

1575 Coit Ave NE, Unit 4

827 Fulton St W, Unit 2

317 Prospect Ave NE

1220 Hamilton Ave NW

Arrowhead Apartments

Oakview Apartments

Samaritas Affordable Senior Living (55+)

Brenton Grove II
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432 Fountain Apartments

Stonegate

Pineview Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

Park Place Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

Indian Village Apartments

Grand View Place

Emerald Flats

Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community
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43 Lafayette Ave

123 Division Ave S

Fountain Hill Flats

550 Paris

Lofts on Prospect

Orchard Place

Oak Park

Kentview Garden's Apartments

500 Cedar St NE

Excel Apartments
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Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand Rapids?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,306 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $440 | $3,700 |
| Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $500 | $5,000 |
| Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $555 | $4,408 |
| Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $640 | $4,057 |
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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand Rapids Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Grand Rapids?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Grand Rapids is under $1,092.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in Grand Rapids is Crossroads Apartments which is listed at $1,005, while the average apartment in Grand Rapids costs $2,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Grand Rapids?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 498 regular apartments in Grand Rapids that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Grand Rapids?
Cheap apartments in Grand Rapids have an average cost of $338 which is $2,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Grand Rapids.
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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI
Written by: Mike Heuer
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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.