
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (89 Rentals)
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111 Mack Ave NE

825 Evergreen St SE

28 Jefferson Ave

Grand Central Lofts

Burton Square Apartments

306 Hollister Ave SE

1054 Ionia Ave SW

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465 Howard St SE
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1212 Ottillia St SE

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1193 Ottillia St SE

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25 La Belle St SW

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The Morton

1147 Hermitage St SE

Venue Tower Apartments

1114 Dunham St SE

Barley Flats

148 College Ave NE, Unit 3

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Lofts on Alabama

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Studio Park Towers and Lofts
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834 Sherman St SE

836 Sherman St SE

742 M.L.K. Jr St SE

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1256 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit 1

604 Harlan Ave NE

Samaritas Affordable Senior Living (55+)

Atlantis House

Klingman Lofts
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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 | $1,363 | $875 | $3,008 |
| Baxter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $440 | $3,500 |
| Baxter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $500 | $3,275 |
| Baxter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $555 | $2,975 |
| Baxter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $639 | $3,419 |
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There are currently 89 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 Grand Central Lofts priced from $950. 28 Jefferson Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Baxter apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Central Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 28 Jefferson Ave | A | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| One South | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| Midtown CityZen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,173 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Highland Place Apartments | SPACIOUS STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Maryland Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 321 Fountain St NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baxter area is the $0.94 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Morton in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Baxter apartment is the 1256 Jefferson Ave SE Model at 1256 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Eastown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Morton | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 1256 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit 1 | 1256 Jefferson Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Hopson Flats | Reeds | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| 239 Union Ave SE, Unit 1 | 239 Union Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 320 Charles Ave SE, Unit 320 Charles Apt 2 | 320 Charles Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Michigan Street Apartment Homes | 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 607 Fulton St E | Three Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 834 Sherman St SE | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 357 Madison Ave. SE #F2 | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon | 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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 $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baxter?
The cheapest apartment in Baxter is 28 Jefferson Ave which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Baxter costs $3,199.
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 9 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 $377 which is $2,822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baxter.
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