Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Michigan Oaks Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $900 (31 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Academy Manor priced from $982. Westminster Meadows - Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Michigan Oaks apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Freyling Mendels ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,030
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,060
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1,090
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,142
Midtown CityZen1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Maryland ParkOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan Oaks, MI

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Michigan Oaks area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 601 Michigan in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Michigan Oaks apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Model at Briarlane Apartments starting at $1,900 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Michigan Street 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.
601 MichiganTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.42
Briarlane Apartments3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$1.64
Mason Street TownhomesThe Thornapple2BR,2BA$1.62
1210 Northfield Ave NE, Unit 121210 Northfield Ave NE2BR,1BA$1.35
128 Luton Ave SE, Unit 1128 Luton Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.47
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1725 Michigan St NE1BR,1BA$1.33
607 Fulton St ETwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.62
Wyndham HillWindsor1BR,1BA$1.60
Greenfield Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Michigan Oaks, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #26

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Michigan Oaks?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Michigan Oaks is at Academy Manor listed at $982.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Michigan Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Michigan Oaks Apartment is $1,015 at Westminster Meadows - Senior.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Michigan Oaks Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Michigan Oaks is starting from $1,175 at Oakview Apartments.

What is the most affordable Michigan Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Michigan Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarlane Apartments and starts from $1,900.

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