
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Black Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (52 Rentals)
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1007 Jackson St NW

The Globe Apartments

209 Valley Ave NW

812 Butterworth St SW

234 Market Apartments

205 Valley Ave NW

317 Prospect Ave NE

Bridge Street Lofts

116 Gold Ave SW
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801 Prospect Ave SE

817 3rd St NW

Box Board Lofts

536 Lafayette Ave SE

2143 Palace Ave SW

103 Lexington Ave NW

810 Hovey St SW

Belknap Place

Lofts at the Kendall

Barley Flats
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Trowbridge Flats

Heritage Place Apartments

The Hendrik

222 Lafayette Ave NE, Unit 1

655 High St SW

Atlantis House

432 Fountain Apartments
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166 Lafayette Apartments

Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE

Lafayette Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

Lofts on Prospect

Metropolitan Park Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

Heritage Collection

Half Century Apartments

Grand City Heights
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43 Lafayette Ave

123 Division Ave S

Iowa Flats

Fountain Hill Flats

One South

Sheldon Apartments

600 Douglas

225 Lyon

Southgate Senior Living

One Oakes
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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 | $1,356 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Black Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $995 | $3,700 |
| Black Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $914 | $5,000 |
| Black Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $744 | $2,750 |
| Black Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $644 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Black Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Globe Apartments priced from $975. 234 Market Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Black Hills apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Belknap Place | The Bluff | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Heritage Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,288 |
| The Hendrik | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,296 |
| Wealthy & Sheldon | Wealthy Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Morton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,311 |
| Lofts on Alabama | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,313 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Black Hills, MI
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Black Hills area is the $1.95 price per square foot 851 Watson St SW Model at 851 Watson St SW, Unit 1 in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,725. The second greatest value Black Hills apartment is the 217 Ghilda Pl NE Model at 217 Ghilda Pl NE, Unit 217 Ghilda starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 851 Watson St SW, Unit 1 | 851 Watson St SW | 4BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| 217 Ghilda Pl NE, Unit 217 Ghilda | 217 Ghilda Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 511 Bridge St NW | 511 Bridge St NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Rowe | Two Bedroom Two Bath E | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Hopson Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed) | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| THE 616 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1c | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 222 Lafayette Ave NE, Unit 1 | 222 Lafayette Ave NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Lofts Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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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 $1,090.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Black Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Black Hills Apartment is $975 at The Globe Apartments.
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 $1,250 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Black Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Black Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trowbridge Flats and starts from $1,980.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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