
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Burton Heights Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (44 Rentals)
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2605 Evernia Ave SE

1400 Bemis St SE

1000 Cass Ave SE

Burton Square Apartments

728 Baxter St SE

655 High St SW

1222 Eastern Ave SE, Unit 2
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25 La Belle St SW

2134 McKee Ave SW

643 Thomas St SE

549 Logan St SE

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Southtown Lofts

108 Burton St SW
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849 Kalamazoo Ave SE

143 Exchange St SE

1114 Dunham St SE

947 Logan St SE

Eagle Grove Apartments

434 Crawford St SE

742 M.L.K. Jr St SE

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600 Lafayette Ave SE

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550 Paris

1153 Hoyt St SE

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Southgate Senior Living

744 Oakland Ave SW

2029 Arnold Ave SW, Unit 2
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Swiss Valley Apartments

Peppercorn Apartments

1015 36th St SW

2727 Madelyn Dr SW

Oak Forest Apartments

HoM Flats at 28 West

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Pinery Woods Apartments
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Dunbar Woods Apartments

2680 SW Woodward Ave SW
Burton Heights, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $1,095 | $1,440 |
| Burton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $440 | $1,655 |
| Burton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $500 | $2,495 |
| Burton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $555 | $2,250 |
| Burton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Burton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Burton Heights area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Swiss Valley Apartments priced from $1,023. Peppercorn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,040. Here are the most affordable Burton Heights apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| Peppercorn Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 585 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Dunbar Woods Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath - 750 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Southtown Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49331 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Oak Forest Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Eagle Grove Apartments | Golden | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| HoM Flats at 28 West | Studio (Market) | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burton Heights, MI
As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burton Heights area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Oak Forest Apartments in the in the Garfield Park neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Burton Heights apartment is the Model Model at Danbury Place Apartments starting at $1,249 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Millbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Forest Apartments | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Dunbar Woods Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath - 750 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Swiss Valley Apartments | One Bedroom Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Southtown Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49315 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Peppercorn Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 585 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Eagle Grove Apartments | Golden | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Box Board Lofts | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| HoM Flats at 28 West | Studio (Market) | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burton Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Burton Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Burton Heights is at HoM Flats at 28 West listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Burton Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Burton Heights Apartment is $1,023 at Swiss Valley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Burton Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Burton Heights is starting from $1,140 at Dunbar Woods Apartments.
What is the most affordable Burton Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Burton Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Forest Apartments and starts from $1,795.
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