
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garfield Park Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (44 Rentals)
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2605 Evernia Ave SE

1400 Bemis St SE

1000 Cass Ave SE

Burton Square Apartments

655 High St SW

1222 Eastern Ave SE, Unit 2

1220 Ottillia St SE
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25 La Belle St SW

849 Kalamazoo Ave SE

2134 McKee Ave SW

549 Logan St SE

Danbury Place Apartments

Box Board Lofts

Southtown Lofts

143 Exchange St SE
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1114 Dunham St SE

947 Logan St SE

Eagle Grove Apartments

742 M.L.K. Jr St SE

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600 Lafayette Ave SE

Park Place Apartments

550 Paris
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1153 Hoyt St SE

Sheldon Apartments

Southgate Senior Living

744 Oakland Ave SW

3142 Kalamazoo Ave SE

855 Alexander St SE

Peppercorn Apartments

2819 Peckheath Rd SW
Garfield Park - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids
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1015 36th St SW

2727 Madelyn Dr SW

Oak Forest Apartments

HoM Flats at 28 West

Oak Hill Apartments

Pinery Woods Apartments

Sandstone Estates

Pine Oak Apartments
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Dunbar Woods Apartments

2680 SW Woodward Ave SW

1054 Royal Oak St SW

2065 Johanna Ave SW
Garfield Park, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garfield Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Park Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $1,095 | $1,440 |
| Garfield Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $440 | $1,655 |
| Garfield Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $500 | $2,495 |
| Garfield Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $555 | $2,250 |
| Garfield Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Garfield Park Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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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 $995. Dunbar Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,140. Here are the most affordable Garfield Park apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppercorn Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 585 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Dunbar Woods Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath - 750 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Southtown Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49331 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Oak Forest Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Eagle Grove Apartments | Golden | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| HoM Flats at 28 West | Studio (Market) | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Box Board Lofts | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield Park, MI
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garfield Park area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1624 Sherman St SE Model at 1624 Sherman St SE, Unit Lower in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Garfield Park apartment is the 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Oak Forest Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Garfield Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garfield Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1624 Sherman St SE, Unit Lower | 1624 Sherman St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Oak Forest Apartments | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Dunbar Woods Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath - 750 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Southtown Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49315 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Peppercorn Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 585 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Eagle Grove Apartments | Golden | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Box Board Lofts | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| HoM Flats at 28 West | Studio (Market) | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGarfield Park, Grand Rapids, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Best Local Schools in Garfield Park, Grand Rapids, MI
Godwin Heights Senior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garfield Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Garfield Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Garfield Park is at HoM Flats at 28 West listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Garfield Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garfield Park Apartment is $995 at Peppercorn Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Garfield Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garfield Park is starting from $1,130 at Peppercorn Apartments.
What is the most affordable Garfield Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Garfield Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Forest Apartments and starts from $1,795.
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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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