Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Creston Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Creston area of Grand Rapids.

Westminster Meadows - Senior

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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 | $1,214 | $1,099 | $1,300 |
| Creston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $900 | $3,134 |
| Creston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $1,100 | $3,033 |
| Creston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $720 | $3,270 |
| Creston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $620 | $3,895 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 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 $1,015. Southview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,060. 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 | $1,015 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creston, MI
As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Creston area is the $1.41 price per square foot 806 Northlawn St NE Model at 806 Northlawn St NE, Unit 806 in the in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Creston apartment is the The Thornapple Model at Mason Street Townhomes starting at $1,745 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Michigan Street 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 806 Northlawn St NE, Unit 806 | 806 Northlawn St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Mason Street Townhomes | The Thornapple | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 1210 Northfield Ave NE, Unit 12 | 1210 Northfield Ave NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 239 Ann St NE, Unit 2 | 239 Ann St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Lamberton Lake | The Sandpiper | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Wyndham Hill | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Large Alcove, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Greenfield Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Aspen Lakes | Ontario | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Getting Around the Creston Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 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 $1,015, while the average apartment in Creston costs $2,250.
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 11 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 $244 which is $2,006 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Creston.
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