Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Belknap Lookout Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (94 Rentals)

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Belknap Lookout, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Belknap Lookout Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Belknap Lookout area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Diamond Place I priced from $1,048. Southview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,060. Here are the most affordable Belknap Lookout apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,060
Victory On LeonardStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1,090
Lofts on GroveStudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,142
Midtown CityZen1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belknap Lookout, MI

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Belknap Lookout area is the $1.20 price per square foot 1251 Plainfield Ave NE Model at 1251 Plainfield Ave NE in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Belknap Lookout apartment is the 4 Bedroom, 2 Baths (Rate Per Bed) Model at Hopson Flats starting at $640 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belknap Lookout apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1251 Plainfield Ave NE1251 Plainfield Ave NE3BR,1BA$1.20
Hopson Flats4 Bedroom, 2 Baths (Rate Per Bed)4BR,2BA$0.47
601 MichiganTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.42
Seven45 StockingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1725 Michigan St NE1BR,1BA$1.33
239 Ann St NE, Unit 2239 Ann St NE2BR,1BA$1.22
Greenfield Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.59
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.43
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.58
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed4BR,2BA$1.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Belknap Lookout, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Grand Rapids, MI. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Belknap Lookout Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belknap Lookout Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Belknap Lookout?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Belknap Lookout is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Belknap Lookout?

The cheapest apartment in Belknap Lookout is Diamond Place I which is listed at $1,048, while the average apartment in Belknap Lookout costs $2,750.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Belknap Lookout?

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 27 regular apartments in Belknap Lookout 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 Belknap Lookout?

Cheap apartments in Belknap Lookout have an average cost of $232 which is $2,518 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Belknap Lookout.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.