Cheap Homes for Rent in Baxter Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $1,000 (13 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Academy Manor priced from $982. Diamond Place I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,048. Here are the most affordable Baxter apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Maryland ParkOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Grand Central LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baxter area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2bed/2bath Model at Historic Kingsley Building in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Baxter apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Trowbridge Flats starting at $2,001 with a $1.54 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.
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
Trowbridge Flats3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.54
Hopson Flats3 bed/Price per Bed3BR,1BA$0.65
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1725 Michigan St NE1BR,1BA$1.67
Diamond Place I2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.97
Madison Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.88
The Globe Apartments2x1a2BR,1BA$1.74
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed3BR,1BA$1.19
28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B28 Jefferson Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.54
Maryland ParkOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about Baxter

What type of rentals are currently available in Baxter?

There are currently 277 Apartments for Rent in Baxter, MI with pricing that ranges from $660 to $4,580. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baxter ranging from $1,050 to $9,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Baxter?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Baxter ranges from $1,050 to $9,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,680.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Baxter?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Baxter range from $835 to $4,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $660.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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