
Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI Under $1,500 (99 Rentals)


Studio Park Lofts & Tower

234 Market Apartments

601 West

Gateway at Belknap

Trowbridge Flats

The Lofts Apartments

Heritage Place Apartments

Venue Tower Apartments

Box Board Lofts
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City View Flats

The Morton

The Hendrik

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The Gallery

Barley Flats

The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom

Hopson Flats

Midtown CityZen

Bridge Street Lofts
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The Waters Center

Clipper Lofts

601 Michigan

Lofts on Alabama

Waters House Apartments

The Globe Apartments

Lofts on Ionia

Belknap Place

Bradford Station

Lafayette Apartment Homes
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549 Logan St SE

Seven45 Stocking

Lofts at the Kendall

Grand Central Lofts

759 Veto St NW, Unit #2

725 Michigan St NE, Unit #2

29 Prospect Ave NE, Unit 7

215 Prospect Ave NE, Unit 215

306 Gold Ave NW, Unit 306 gold
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725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1

216 Lafayette Ave NE

944 Davis Ave NW

800 Clancy Ave NE

1023-1025 Lafayette Ave NE

322 Fountain St NE

301 Seward Ave NW

744 Jackson St NW

719 5th St NW

725 Michigan St NE
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Center City, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,330 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $995 | $3,500 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $873 | $3,155 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $720 | $2,750 |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $620 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 99 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenter City, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #12
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Center City, Grand Rapids, MI
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
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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
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 Center City
How much are Studio apartments in Center City?
There are currently 104 Studio Apartments in Center City with rent ranges from $950 to $2,500 with an average price of $1,330.
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 $995 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,591.
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 $873 to $3,155. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,895.
How expensive are Center City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 45 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Center City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $720 to $2,750 - averaging $1,612 for the location.
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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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