Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI from $925 (102 Rentals)

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Brenton Grove II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brenton Grove II

2400 43rd St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49508
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Emerald Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Flats

811 Emerald Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Stonegate
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate

2900 Gardentown Dr SWGrand Rapids, MI 49519
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Pineview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Apartments

4711 Walma Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49512
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Check Out Grand Rapids’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Grand Rapids and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Mike Heuer

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Park Place Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

2932 Marshall Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49508
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Grand View Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand View Place

936 Front AveGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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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

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  • 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 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 $1,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grand Rapids?

The cheapest apartment in Grand Rapids is Pine Oak Apartments which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Grand Rapids costs $2,486.

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 866 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 $282 which is $2,204 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Grand Rapids.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.