Cheap Homes for Rent in Hillside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $900 (38 Rentals)

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property at 914 Maybelle St NE

$1,400

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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914 Maybelle St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503
property at 901 Nagold st nw

$1,440

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

901 Nagold st nw, Unit A

901 Nagold st nw
Grand RapidsMI49504

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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 28 Jefferson Ave priced from $950. 234 Market Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
28 Jefferson AveA1BR,1BA$950
234 Market ApartmentsStudio Apartment Style G/JStudio,1BA$1,080
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out1BR,1BA$1,117
Grand Central LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
25 La Belle St SW2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,175
Gateway at BelknapStudioStudio,1BA$1,190
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200
The CurrentStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, MI

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $0.49 price per square foot Reeds Model at Hopson Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $662. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Seven45 Stocking starting at $1,325 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Center City 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.
Hopson FlatsReeds4BR,2BA$0.49
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
834 Sherman St SE2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
320 Prospect Ave SE, Unit 320 Prospect Ave320 Prospect Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.58
876 Courtney St NW, Unit 876 CourtneyStreet876 Courtney St NW3BR,1BA$1.67
239 Ann St NE, Unit 1239 Ann St NE2BR,1BA$1.44
The Lofts Apartments2 Bedroom-1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.76
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.67
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.63
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed3BR,2BA$1.24

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillside, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillside

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillside?

There are currently 384 Apartments for Rent in Hillside, MI with pricing that ranges from $640 to $3,600. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillside ranging from $900 to $4,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillside ranges from $900 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,061.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillside range from $740 to $3,402, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $640.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.