
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Black Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (88 Rentals)
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918 Watson St SW, Unit 2

Grand Central Lofts

234 Market Apartments

553 Fremont Ave NW

655 High St SW

317 Prospect Ave NE

918 Watson St SW, Unit Unit #3

Bridge Street Lofts

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25 La Belle St SW

2134 McKee Ave SW

1101 Dayton St SW

822 Fulton St W, Unit Apt. 2

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25 Seward Ave NW, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Hendrik

The Globe Apartments

921 Watson St SW, Unit 1

Lofts at the Kendall

Box Board Lofts
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The Highlands Apartments

329 Lyon St NE

Studio Park Lofts & Tower

Trowbridge Flats

710 Watson St SW

Heritage Place Apartments

Barley Flats

Lofts on Alabama

Gateway at Belknap

The Morton
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The Gallery

Venue Tower Apartments

38 Commerce

357 Madison Ave. SE #F2

216 Lafayette Ave NE

Belknap Place

City View Flats

Lofts on Ionia

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The Waters Center

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427 Thomas St SE, Unit 2, Unit 2
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916 Chatham St NW

Firestone Lofts

1821 Horton Ave SE

824 Bridge St NW

357 Madison Ave SE, Unit A2

The Plaza Apartments

601 West

840 Lafayette Ave SE

738 Olympia St SW

Atlantis House
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Black Hills, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Black Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Black Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $925 | $3,700 |
| Black Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,039 | $5,000 |
| Black Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $781 | $2,864 |
| Black Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $601 | $3,118 |
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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 234 Market Apartments priced from $1,115. Grand Central Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Black Hills apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,115 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Hendrik | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heritage Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,294 |
| Wealthy & Sheldon | Wealthy Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Gateway at Belknap | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,317 |
| The Highlands Apartments | Studio- Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Black Hills, MI
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Black Hills area is the $0.45 price per square foot Reeds Model at Hopson Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $611. The second greatest value Black Hills apartment is the Waldorf Model at Icon on Bond starting at $2,270 with a $2.10 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopson Flats | Reeds | 4BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| Icon on Bond | Waldorf | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| 618 Veto St NW | 618 Veto St NW | 4BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| City View Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| THE 616 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Box Board Lofts | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Morton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B | 28 Jefferson Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Black Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Black Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Black Hills is at 234 Market Apartments listed at $1,115.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Black Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Black Hills Apartment is $1,150 at Grand Central Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Black Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Black Hills is starting from $1,175 at 25 La Belle St SW.
What is the most affordable Black Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Black Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Globe Apartments and starts from $2,063.
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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI
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