Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Michigan Oaks Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $900 (7 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Cheap Apartments in the Michigan Oaks area of Grand Rapids.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

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. Diamond Place I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,048. Here are the most affordable Michigan Oaks apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Maryland ParkOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan Oaks, MI

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Michigan Oaks area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Trowbridge Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,001. The second greatest value Michigan Oaks apartment is the Cranbrook Model at Beckwith Place Apartments starting at $1,709 with a $1.71 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.
Trowbridge Flats3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.54
Beckwith Place ApartmentsCranbrook2BR,2BA$1.71
The Brix at Midtown2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 971 sq. ft.2BR,2BA$2.21
Diamond Place I2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.97
Briarlane ApartmentsOne Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.98
Knapp's Corner FlatsA1BR,1BA$2.28
Maryland ParkTwo Bedroom/ One Bath2BR,1BA$1.93
The Gateway at BelknapStudioStudio ,1BA$2.17
Academy ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00
Heritage PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.79

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle

Ranked #

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

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 $1,528.

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

The cheapest apartment in Michigan Oaks is Diamond Place I which is listed at $1,048, while the average apartment in Michigan Oaks costs $2,500.

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 15 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 $296 which is $2,204 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.

decorative image for The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters article

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

decorative image for Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

decorative image for Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters article

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

decorative image for Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants article

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.