
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Madison Square Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $700 (24 Rentals)
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1054 Ionia Ave SW

465 Howard St SE

25 La Belle St SW

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533 Prospect Ave SE, Unit lower

Box Board Lofts

Southtown Lofts

834 Sherman St SE
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836 Sherman St SE

742 M.L.K. Jr St SE

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1256 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit 1

600 Lafayette Ave SE

Baker Lofts

2032 Division Ave S

1032 Logan St SE

448 Thomas St SE
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744 Oakland Ave SW

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435 LaGrave at Tapestry Square

815 Logan St SE

738 Oakland Ave SW
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Madison Square, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Square Studio Apartments | $1,261 | $875 | $1,395 |
| Madison Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,250 | $1,710 |
| Madison Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,000 | $1,650 |
| Madison Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madison Square area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at 25 La Belle St SW priced from $1,175. 834 Sherman St SE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Madison Square apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 834 Sherman St SE | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Box Board Lofts | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| 549 Logan St SE | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison Square, MI
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison Square area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1256 Jefferson Ave SE Model at 1256 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit 1 in the in the Eastown neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Madison Square apartment is the 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at 834 Sherman St SE starting at $1,375 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1256 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit 1 | 1256 Jefferson Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 834 Sherman St SE | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 533 Prospect Ave SE, Unit lower | 533 Prospect Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 549 Logan St SE | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Box Board Lofts | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Square Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Square Apartment is $1,530 at Box Board Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Madison Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison Square is starting from $1,175 at 25 La Belle St SW.
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