
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Creston Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (29 Rentals)
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1342 Lafayette Ave NE, Unit 2

111 Sweet St NE

111 Sweet St NE

Westminster Meadows - Senior

202 Leonard St NE
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1517 Plainfield Ave NE, Unit 9

The Current

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557 Walnut St NE, Unit 557 Walnut St.

3260 Essex St NE

1247 Plainfield Ave NE

Holiday Gardens Leonard

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500 Cedar St NE

946-956 Muskegon Ave NW

950 Davis Ave NW

41 Caledonia St NE

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1403 Turner Ave NW
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 | $1,308 | $1,225 | $1,460 |
| Creston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $841 | $3,555 |
| Creston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,095 | $3,787 |
| Creston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $760 | $3,952 |
| Creston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $660 | $4,057 |
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There are currently 29 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 Westminster Meadows - Senior priced from $1,050. 946-956 Muskegon Ave NW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Creston apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 946-956 Muskegon Ave NW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Central Park Place | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,371 |
| Aspen Lakes | Ontario | 1BR,1BA | $1,393 |
| Greenfield Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| Lofts on Grove | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Lake Forest Apartment Homes | 2 BED - 1.5 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creston, MI
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Creston area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2230 Riverside Dr NE Model at 2230 Riverside Dr NE, Unit 1 in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Creston apartment is the 2 BED - 1.5 BATH Model at Lake Forest Apartment Homes starting at $1,490 with a $1.46 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2230 Riverside Dr NE, Unit 1 | 2230 Riverside Dr NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Lake Forest Apartment Homes | 2 BED - 1.5 BATH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Lamberton Lake | The Heron | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Green Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Wyndham Hill | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Large Alcove, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Greenfield Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 557 Walnut St NE, Unit 557 Walnut St. | 557 Walnut St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom w/ Patio Option | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Creston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Creston?
The cheapest apartment in Creston is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Creston costs $2,288.
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 8 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 $264 which is $2,024 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Creston.
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