Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (119 Rentals)

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property at 1320 Northfield Ave NE

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1320 Northfield Ave NE

Grand RapidsMI49505

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property at 329 Lyon St NE

$1,274 - $1,424

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 15

329 Lyon St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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Hillside, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Diamond Place I priced from $1,048. Leonard East Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,092. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out1BR,1BA$1,092
234 Market ApartmentsStudio Apartment Style G/JStudio,1BA$1,125
Grand Central LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
25 La Belle St SW2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,175
Oakview Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath - 890 sq ft2BR,1BA$1,185
The HendrikStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, MI

As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $0.94 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Morton in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 2bed/2bath Model at Historic Kingsley Building starting at $1,875 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The MortonTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.94
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
Hopson FlatsReeds4BR,2BA$0.45
Seven45 StockingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
930 Baraga St NE, Unit 930 Baraga N.E. #1930 Baraga St NE2BR,1BA$1.20
239 Ann St NE, Unit 1239 Ann St NE2BR,1BA$1.44
Oakview Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath - 890 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.33
810 Leonard St NE, Unit 2810 Leonard St NE2BR,1BA$1.48
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed4BR,2BA$0.96
28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B28 Jefferson Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.54

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Find your perfect student apartment near Aquinas College, Calvin University, Cornerstone University, and Grand Rapids Community College. Discover top neighborhoods for off-campus housing in Grand Rapids, MI.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hillside, Grand Rapids, and the greater Grand Rapids area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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.

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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.