
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Michigan Street Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Diamond Place I

Highland Place Apartments

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161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt # 2, Unit Apt # 2

161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt 2

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848 Crescent St NE, Unit 2F, Unit 2F

549 Logan St SE
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930 Baraga St NE, Unit 930 Baraga N.E. #1, Unit 930 Baraga N.E. #1

Midtown CityZen

Waters House Apartments

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Heritage Place Apartments

Southview Apartments

357 Madison Ave. SE #F2

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410 Eastern Ave SE

912 Maybelle St NE

Lofts on Michigan

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44 Portsmouth Pl NE, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath

Historic Kingsley Building

357 Madison Ave SE, Unit A2

The Brix at Midtown

318 Union Ave NE
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835 Grand Ave NE, Unit a, Unit a

Atlantis House

432 Fountain Apartments

Emerald Flats

500 Cedar St NE

439 More St NE

329 Charles Ave SE

901 Maybelle St NE
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Stonebrook Townhomes I & II

Lumberyard Lofts

429 Shirley St NE

221 Hollister Ave SE

619 Emerald Ave NE

1436 Matilda St NE

507 Eastern Ave NE

1128 Fulton St E
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829 Flat St NE

The Oakwood

1120 Fountain St NE

514 Crescent St NE
Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Michigan Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Street Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $1,030 | $1,425 |
| Michigan Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $1,015 | $2,469 |
| Michigan Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,200 | $2,713 |
| Michigan Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $1,785 | $2,665 |
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Cheapest Available Michigan Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Michigan Street area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Westminster Meadows - Senior priced from $1,015. 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 Street apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Waters House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,274 |
| Midtown CityZen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Heritage Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,294 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Highlands Apartments | Studio- Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| Stonebrook Townhomes I & II | Townhome Three Bedroom 1.5 Bat | 3BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan Street, MI
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Michigan Street area is the $1.30 price per square foot 721 Kellogg St SE Model at 721 Kellogg St SE, Unit 1 in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Michigan Street apartment is the 2bed/2bath Model at Historic Kingsley Building starting at $1,875 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Michigan Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 721 Kellogg St SE, Unit 1 | 721 Kellogg St SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Stonebrook Townhomes I & II | Townhome Three Bedroom 1.5 Bat | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| 44 Portsmouth Pl NE, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 44 Portsmouth Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Mason Street | 2BD x 1.5BA Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| The Baldwin | 2 Bd Bi-Level Interior | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.10 |
| Diamond Place I | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 601 Michigan | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom w/ Patio Option | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Best Local Schools in Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Montessori Public School
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Michigan Street Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Michigan Street?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Michigan Street is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Michigan Street?
The cheapest apartment in Michigan Street is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Michigan Street costs $2,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Michigan Street?
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 6 regular apartments in Michigan Street that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I grew up near Grand Rapids and have visited the growing city and its surrounding area many times. It is a true jewel of southwestern Michigan and very close to Lake Michigan and many other great locales.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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