Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (113 Rentals)

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property at 329 Lyon St NE

$1,274 - $1,424

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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329 Lyon St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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Baxter, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Baxter Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baxter area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Kabo Flats at Boston Square priced from $440. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kabo Flats at Boston SquareIncome Restricted 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$440
28 Jefferson AveA1BR,1BA$950
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,034
234 Market ApartmentsStudio Apartment Style G/JStudio,1BA$1,075
Grand Central LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
25 La Belle St SW2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,175
549 Logan St SEOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,200
Maryland ParkOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baxter area is the $1.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - 1522 sq. ft. Model at The Brix at Midtown in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,961. The second greatest value Baxter apartment is the Reeds Model at Hopson Flats starting at $660 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baxter apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Brix at Midtown3 Bedroom 2 Bath - 1522 sq. ft.3BR,2BA$1.95
Hopson FlatsReeds4BR,2BA$0.49
Michigan MeadowsThe Wren2BR,2.5BA$1.91
240 Union Ave SE, Unit 2nd Floor240 Union Ave SE3BR,1BA$1.90
834 Sherman St SE2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
Trowbridge Flats2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.80
320 Prospect Ave SE, Unit 320 Prospect Ave320 Prospect Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.58
The Lofts Apartments2 Bedroom-1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.71
Waters House Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.99
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.63

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Baxter, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #9

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baxter?

The cheapest apartment in Baxter is Kabo Flats at Boston Square which is listed at $440, while the average apartment in Baxter costs $2,235.

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 3 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 $622 which is $1,613 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baxter.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.