
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Creston Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Creston area of Grand Rapids.


Oakview Apartments

239 Ann St NE

Westminster Meadows - Senior

501 Hubbard St NE

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Southview Apartments

423 8th St NW

239 Ann St NE, Unit 2

814 Broadway Ave NW

944 Davis Ave NW

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500 Cedar St NE
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Creston, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Creston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creston Studio Apartments | $1,285 | $1,185 | $1,440 |
| Creston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $900 | $2,336 |
| Creston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $850 | $3,142 |
| Creston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $740 | $2,926 |
| Creston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $690 | $3,770 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Creston Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Creston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Creston area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakview Apartments priced from $905. Westminster Meadows - Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Creston apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Greenfield Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,154 |
| Central Park Place | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creston, MI
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Creston area is the $1.62 price per square foot The Thornapple Model at Mason Street Townhomes in the in the Michigan Street neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Creston apartment is the The Heron Model at Lamberton Lake starting at $1,554 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Cheshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Creston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Street Townhomes | The Thornapple | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Lamberton Lake | The Heron | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 239 Ann St NE, Unit 2 | 239 Ann St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Wyndham Hill | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Green Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lake Forest Apartment Homes | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Central Park Place | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Creston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Creston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Creston is under $1,291.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Creston?
The cheapest apartment in Creston is Oakview Apartments which is listed at $905, while the average apartment in Creston costs $2,049.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Creston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Creston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Creston?
Cheap apartments in Creston have an average cost of $274 which is $1,775 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Creston.
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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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