
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $841 (68 Rentals)


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28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B, Unit B

1532 Hamilton Ave NW

918 Watson St SW, Unit 2

860 10th St NW

Diamond Place I

918 Watson St SW, Unit Unit #3

Leonard East Apartments

Leonard Apartments

851 Worden St SE
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317 Prospect Ave NE

1220 Hamilton Ave NW

Oakview Apartments

Grand Central Lofts

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161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt # 2, Unit Apt # 2

161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt 2

1101 Dayton St SW

410 Eastern Ave SE

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848 Crescent St NE, Unit 2F, Unit 2F

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25 Seward Ave NW, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2
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549 Logan St SE

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405 Carrier St NE

234 Market Apartments

329 Lyon St NE

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Highland Place Apartments

Southtown Lofts

Southview Apartments

21 Fairbanks St NE
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Bradford Station

The Globe Apartments

Box Board Lofts

38 Commerce

Waters House Apartments

Clipper Lofts

432 Fountain Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

101 South Division Lofts
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Emerald Flats

43 Lafayette Ave

123 Division Ave S

Fountain Hill Flats

550 Paris

Lofts on Prospect

500 Cedar St NE

439 More St NE

Sheldon Apartments

329 Charles Ave SE
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Hillside, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Studio Apartments | $1,360 | $950 | $2,500 |
Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $841 | $3,700 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $950 | $5,000 |
| Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $740 | $3,897 |
| Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $599 | $2,984 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillside, Grand Rapids, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillside is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillside?
The cheapest apartment in Hillside is Diamond Place I which is listed at $1,048, while the average apartment in Hillside costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillside?
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 23 regular apartments in Hillside 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 Hillside?
Cheap apartments in Hillside have an average cost of $266 which is $1,684 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillside.
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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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.