
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the John Bell Park Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (9 Rentals)
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John Bell Park, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in John Bell Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Bell Park Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $1,075 | $2,500 |
| John Bell Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $950 | $2,620 |
| John Bell Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $922 | $3,275 |
| John Bell Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $760 | $2,864 |
| John Bell Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $646 | $3,419 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the John Bell Park Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available John Bell Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the John Bell Park area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 28 Jefferson Ave priced from $950. One South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable John Bell Park apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jefferson Ave | A | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| One South | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in John Bell Park, MI
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the John Bell Park area is the $0.48 price per square foot Reeds Model at Hopson Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $648. The second greatest value John Bell Park apartment is the JEFFERSON Model at The Plaza Apartments starting at $2,230 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for John Bell Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopson Flats | Reeds | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| The Plaza Apartments | JEFFERSON | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Seven45 Stocking | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| THE 616 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| North Hillburn Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Small Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Waters House Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap John Bell Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in John Bell Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in John Bell Park is under $1,396.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in John Bell Park?
The cheapest apartment in John Bell Park is 28 Jefferson Ave which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in John Bell Park costs $1,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in John Bell Park?
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 15 regular apartments in John Bell Park 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 John Bell Park?
Cheap apartments in John Bell Park have an average cost of $479 which is $1,416 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in John Bell Park.
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