
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (48 Rentals)
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1354 Wealthy St SE

Grand Central Lofts

Burton Square Apartments

The Globe Apartments

Academy Manor

Freyling Mendels Apartments

Midtown CityZen

Diamond Place I
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535 Howard St SE

234 Market Apartments

961-963 Eastern Ave SE

642 Cherry St SE

317 Prospect Ave NE

Southtown Lofts

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549 Logan St SE

536 Lafayette Ave SE

444 Paris Ave SE

2143 Palace Ave SW

834 Oakhill St SE

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Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE

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101 South Division Lofts

Indian Village Apartments

Lofts on Prospect

Metropolitan Park Apartments
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Heritage Collection

Half Century Apartments

Grand City Heights

43 Lafayette Ave

123 Division Ave S

Fountain Hill Flats

Iowa Flats

550 Paris

Eastgate Village
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Sheldon Apartments

225 Lyon
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 | $1,339 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Baxter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $875 | $3,700 |
| Baxter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $914 | $5,000 |
| Baxter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $748 | $2,895 |
| Baxter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $648 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Baxter Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baxter area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE priced from $750. The Globe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Baxter apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
| Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| Southtown Lofts | One Bedroom Style D | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Maryland Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Waters House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,201 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baxter area is the $1.45 price per square foot 906 Fairmount St SE Model at 906 Fairmount St SE in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Baxter apartment is the 3 Bedroom Loft Model at The Baldwin starting at $2,150 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baxter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 906 Fairmount St SE | 906 Fairmount St SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Baldwin | 3 Bedroom Loft | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 217 Ghilda Pl NE, Unit 217 Ghilda | 217 Ghilda Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 601 Michigan | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 511 Bridge St NW | 511 Bridge St NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Lofts on Michigan | 303 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Hopson Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed) | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 1110 Fulton St E, Unit 1 | 1110 Fulton St E | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 607 Fulton St E | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baxter Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Baxter?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Baxter is at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baxter Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baxter Apartment is $975 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Baxter Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Baxter is starting from $1,250 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Baxter Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Baxter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarlane Apartments and starts from $1,942.
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