Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Black Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (66 Rentals)

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810 Hovey St SW

Grand RapidsMI49504

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655 High St SW

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Atlantis House
4 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantis House

429-431 Washington StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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432 Fountain Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Fountain Apartments

432 Fountain St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lafayette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

143-145 Lafayette Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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101 South Division Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

101 Division Ave SGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lofts on Prospect
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts on Prospect

253 Prospect Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Stockbridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

636 1st St NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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Heritage Collection
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Collection

68 Ransom Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Half Century Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Half Century Apartments

14-16 Jefferson Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Grand City Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand City Heights

333 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Black Hills, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Black Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Black Hills area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Lafayette Apartment Homes priced from $995. 234 Market Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Black Hills apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$995
234 Market ApartmentsStudio Apartment Style G/JStudio,1BA$1,120
Gateway at BelknapStudioStudio,1BA$1,174
Washington Street Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Belknap PlaceThe Bluff1BR,1BA$1,230
The Globe Apartments2x1a2BR,1BA$1,250
Venue Tower ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,255

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Black Hills, MI

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Black Hills area is the $1.61 price per square foot Standard Townhome Model at 937 Fulton St W in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Black Hills apartment is the 511 Bridge St NW Model at 511 Bridge St NW starting at $1,800 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Black Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
937 Fulton St WStandard Townhome4BR,4.5BA$1.61
511 Bridge St NW511 Bridge St NW3BR,1BA$1.52
THE 616Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.79
Madison Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Hopson Flats2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed)2BR,1BA$0.94
25 Lafayette Apartment Homes2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.57
2525 McKee Ave SW, Unit 22525 McKee Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.75
Grand Central LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.76
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.63
28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B28 Jefferson Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Black Hills, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Grand Rapids, MI. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Black Hills Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few 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 Black Hills Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Black Hills?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Black Hills is under $1,255.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Black Hills?

The cheapest apartment in Black Hills is Washington Street Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in Black Hills costs $2,700.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Black Hills?

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 16 regular apartments in Black Hills 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 Black Hills?

Cheap apartments in Black Hills have an average cost of $180 which is $2,520 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Black Hills.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!