
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids.


234 Market Apartments

56 Monroe Center St NW, Unit 12

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43 Lafayette Ave

123 Division Ave S

Iowa Flats

One South

225 Lyon
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Downtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Grand Rapids?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Grand Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,392 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,150 | $3,829 |
| Downtown Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $979 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $779 | $2,100 |
| Downtown Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $721 | $645 | $869 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Grand Rapids Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at 234 Market Apartments priced from $1,130. Grand Central Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Grand Rapids apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Venue Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| The Morton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,291 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Grand Rapids, MI
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Grand Rapids area is the $2.92 price per square foot 60 Monroe Center St NW Model at 60 Monroe Center St NW, Unit 6B in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Downtown Grand Rapids apartment is the Myers Model at Hopson Flats starting at $784 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Monroe Center St NW, Unit 6B | 60 Monroe Center St NW | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.92 |
| Hopson Flats | Myers | 3BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| City View Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom-1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 1 Oakes St SW | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Morton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Grand Rapids Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Grand Rapids?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Grand Rapids is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Grand Rapids is Grand Central Lofts which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Downtown Grand Rapids costs $2,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Grand Rapids?
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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Grand Rapids 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 Downtown Grand Rapids?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Grand Rapids have an average cost of $647 which is $1,528 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Grand Rapids.
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