Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Michigan Oaks Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (14 Rentals)

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Emerald Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Flats

811 Emerald Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Holiday Gardens Leonard
2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Gardens Leonard

1210-1220 Northfield Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49505
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Michigan Oaks, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Michigan Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Michigan Oaks area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Westminster Meadows - Senior priced from $975. Academy Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $982. Here are the most affordable Michigan Oaks apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1,075
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out1BR,1BA$1,092

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan Oaks, MI

As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Michigan Oaks area is the $1.89 price per square foot The Wren Model at Michigan Meadows in the in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Michigan Oaks apartment is the Chelsea Model at Beckwith Place Apartments starting at $1,939 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Michigan Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Michigan MeadowsThe Wren2BR,2.5BA$1.89
Beckwith Place ApartmentsChelsea2BR,1.5BA$1.62
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1725 Michigan St NE1BR,1BA$1.33
Wyndham HillWindsor1BR,1BA$1.74
Leonard East Apartments2 Bedrooms Large Alcove, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.78
Briarlane ApartmentsOne Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.76
Greenfield Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.41
Aspen LakesOntario1BR,1BA$1.79
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom w/ Patio Option1BR,1BA$1.81

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Michigan Oaks, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #26

Among neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Michigan Oaks Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Michigan Oaks Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Michigan Oaks?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Michigan Oaks is under $1,202.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Michigan Oaks?

The cheapest apartment in Michigan Oaks is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Michigan Oaks costs $2,926.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Michigan Oaks?

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 7 regular apartments in Michigan Oaks 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 Michigan Oaks?

Cheap apartments in Michigan Oaks have an average cost of $579 which is $2,347 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Michigan Oaks.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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