Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garfield Park Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (26 Rentals)

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Park Place Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

2932 Marshall Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49508
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550 Paris
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

550 Paris

550 Paris Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Sheldon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sheldon Apartments

1010 Sheldon Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49507
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Oak Hill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Hill Apartments

540 34th St SWWyoming, MI 49509
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Pinery Woods Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinery Woods Apartments

2361 Michael Ave SWWyoming, MI 49509
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Pine Oak Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Oak Apartments

850 36th St WWyoming, MI 49509
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Garfield Park - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Grand Rapids by our Local Expert Mike Heuer. See how it ranks!

Garfield Park, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Garfield Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garfield Park area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Peppercorn Apartments priced from $950. Dunbar Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Garfield Park apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peppercorn Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 585 sq ft1BR,1BA$950
Dunbar Woods Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 650 sq ft1BR,1BA$975
549 Logan St SEOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,200
Danbury Place ApartmentsModel2BR,1BA$1,249
Oak Forest Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Box Board LoftsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,325
HoM Flats at 28 WestStudio (Market)Studio,1BA$1,375
Grand Woods Senior Apartments1BR 1BA - Tax Credit1BR,1BA$1,400
Madison Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield Park, MI

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garfield Park area is the $1.54 price per square foot 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Madison Apartment Homes in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Garfield Park apartment is the Model Model at Danbury Place Apartments starting at $1,249 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Millbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garfield Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Madison Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Danbury Place ApartmentsModel2BR,1BA$1.31
2525 McKee Ave SW, Unit 22525 McKee Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.75
Dunbar Woods Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 650 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.50
549 Logan St SEOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.00
Oak Forest Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.16
Peppercorn Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 585 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.62
Grand Woods Senior Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$2.46
HoM Flats at 28 WestStudio (Market)Studio ,1BA$2.86
Box Board LoftsStudio 1Studio ,1BA$3.17

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Garfield Park, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #44

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Garfield Park Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garfield Park Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garfield Park?

The cheapest apartment in Garfield Park is Peppercorn Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Garfield Park costs $4,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garfield Park?

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 Garfield Park 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 Garfield Park?

Cheap apartments in Garfield Park have an average cost of $101 which is $3,899 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garfield Park.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI

Written by: Mike Heuer

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!