Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI (247 Rentals)

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Center City, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #12

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

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Grand Rapids, MI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Luxury Living Rating

Center City is now ranked as one of the best higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, concierge services, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Getting Around the Center City Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

67 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Center City

How much are Studio apartments in Center City?

There are currently 102 Studio Apartments in Center City with rent ranges from $950 to $2,500 with an average price of $1,329.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Center City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Center City ranges from $1,050 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,583.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Center City range from $945 to $3,155. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,930.

How expensive are Center City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 34 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Center City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $720 to $2,750 - averaging $1,520 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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