
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $500 (61 Rentals)


Burton Square Apartments

1222 Eastern Ave SE, Unit 2

1220 Ottillia St SE

25 La Belle St SW

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930 Baraga St NE, Unit 930 Baraga N.E. #1, Unit 930 Baraga N.E. #1

733 Livingston Ave NE

The Globe Apartments

1114 Dunham St SE

Academy Manor
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Grand Central Lofts

Maryland Park

947 Logan St SE

357 Madison Ave. SE #F2

216 Lafayette Ave NE

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44 Portsmouth Pl NE, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath

834 Sherman St SE

Midtown CityZen

Michigan Street Apartment Homes

1555 Margaret Ave SE
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427 Thomas St SE, Unit 2, Unit 2

411 6th St NW, Unit 2, Unit 2

Diamond Place I

357 Madison Ave SE, Unit A2

Lofts on Michigan

318 Union Ave NE

Waters House Apartments

The Highlands Apartments

2551 Burton St SE

2610-2612 Ardmore St SE
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The Lofts Apartments

Trowbridge Flats

Samaritas Affordable Senior Living (55+)

Metropolitan Park Apartments

432 Fountain Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

Eastgate Village

Indian Village Apartments

Heritage Collection

744 Oakland Ave SW
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855 Alexander St SE

435 LaGrave at Tapestry Square

221 Hollister Ave SE

Lumberyard Lofts

Lofts on Prospect

Half Century Apartments

25 Lafayette Apartment Homes

636 Kellogg Street Apartment Homes

Emerald Flats

Southgate Senior Living
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Baxter, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baxter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Studio Apartments | $1,338 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Baxter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $440 | $3,700 |
Baxter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $500 | $5,000 |
| Baxter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $555 | $2,895 |
| Baxter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $634 | $3,100 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBaxter, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #10
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Baxter, Grand Rapids, MI
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baxter Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Baxter?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baxter is under $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baxter?
The cheapest apartment in Baxter is 25 La Belle St SW which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Baxter costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baxter?
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 20 regular apartments in Baxter 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 Baxter?
Cheap apartments in Baxter have an average cost of $300 which is $1,650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baxter.
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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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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.

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