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7411 Pine Island Dr NE

546 Nordberg Ave NW

626 Oakdale St SE
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1717 Plainfield Ave NE

3027 Taft Ave SW
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311 Plymouth Ave NE

63 Caledonia St NE

3817 Boone Ave SW

241 Lane Ave NW

44 National Ave SW

911 Maybelle St NE

902 Cherry St SE

24 Corinne St SW, Unit #1
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36 34th St SE

1259 Garfield Ave NW
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Grand Rapids?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,837 | $1,025 | $3,500 |
Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,210 | $1,450 | $4,595 |
Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,490 | $1,850 | $3,500 |
Grand Rapids 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,666 | $2,200 | $3,000 |
Grand Rapids 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $500 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Grand Rapids, MI
Pricing Updated: 07/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Grand Rapids, MI area range in price from $575 to $5,000 with an overall median price of $2,853. The three Grand Rapids neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Creston at $670, Cheshire at $670, and Millbrook at $617. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Grand Rapids Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Creston | $1,750 | $670 | 91 |
Cheshire | $1,775 | $670 | 91 |
Millbrook | $1,795 | $617 | 50 |
Downtown Grand Rapids | $1,805 | $660 | 51 |
West Leonard | $1,805 | $660 | 170 |
Westside Connection | $1,819 | $670 | 85 |
Center City | $1,837 | $660 | 165 |
Monroe North | $1,850 | $660 | 139 |
West Grand | $1,850 | $670 | 78 |
John Bell Park | $1,916 | $660 | 163 |
Cheapest Available Grand Rapids Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Leo & Alpine in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood priced from $660. Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community in the Westside Connection neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $903. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grand Rapids apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Leo & Alpine | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $903 |
Pine Oak Apartments | Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Pineridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grand Rapids area is the $1.00 price per square foot Townhome Model at Burton East Apartments in the in the Ridgemoor neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Grand Rapids apartment is the Mountain Pine Model at Rolling Pines starting at $1,844 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the North Grand Rapids neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Burton East Apartments | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
Rolling Pines | Mountain Pine | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
1394 Carriage Hill Dr SE | Kentwood 2bd room | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
1019 Widdicomb Ave NW, Unit 2 | 1019 Widdicomb Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Hopson Flats | 3 bed/Price per Bed | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1 | 725 Michigan St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Burton Square Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
1402 North Ave NE, Unit 2 | 1402 North Ave NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Rapids
What type of rentals are currently available in Grand Rapids?
There are currently 696 Apartments for Rent in Grand Rapids, MI with pricing that ranges from $617 to $5,000. There are also 163 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Grand Rapids ranging from $500 to $4,595.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Grand Rapids?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Grand Rapids ranges from $500 to $4,595 with an average monthly rent of $2,175.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Grand Rapids?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Grand Rapids range from $720 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $4,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $660.
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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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