
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $875 (78 Rentals)


1532 Hamilton Ave NW

28 Jefferson Ave

851 Worden St SE

814 Broadway Ave NW

111 Sweet St NE

111 Sweet St NE

Westminster Meadows - Senior

202 Leonard St NE

Academy Manor
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Oakview Apartments

Leonard East Apartments

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533 Prospect Ave SE, Unit 4

Grand Central Lofts

306 Gold Ave NW, Unit 3

130 College Ave NE

549 Logan St SE

Southview Apartments

Maryland Park

214 Gold Ave NW
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314 Palmer St NE, Unit Main Level

329 Lyon St NE

Southtown Lofts

Midtown CityZen

425 Lyon St NE, Unit 4

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425 Lyon St NE, Unit 4

The Globe Apartments

234 Market Apartments

The Lofts Apartments

Lofts on Michigan
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Freyling Mendels Apartments

Belknap Place

Verdant

Lofts on Alabama

38 Commerce

City View Flats

Box Board Lofts

Diamond Place I

The Current

The Highlands Apartments
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Historic Kingsley Building

Waters House Apartments

Lofts on Ionia

The Norwood Apartments

Hidden Creek

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The Waters Center

432 Fountain Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

Grand View Place
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Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Grand Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,346 | $895 | $2,500 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $875 | $3,825 |
| Midtown Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $923 | $3,275 |
| Midtown Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,094 | $760 | $2,919 |
| Midtown Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $635 | $3,419 |
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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Find your perfect student apartment near Aquinas College, Calvin University, Cornerstone University, and Grand Rapids Community College. Discover top neighborhoods for off-campus housing in Grand Rapids, MI.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #5
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
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Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Grand Rapids Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Grand Rapids is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids is 28 Jefferson Ave which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids costs $3,425.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Grand Rapids?
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 18 regular apartments in Midtown Grand Rapids 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 Midtown Grand Rapids?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Grand Rapids have an average cost of $332 which is $3,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Grand Rapids.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Written by: Mike Heuer
Aquinas College is a private Catholic school of higher education that focuses on liberal arts and was founded in 1886 by the Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids.

Learn what Locals Love About Renting in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Written by: Mike Heuer
The city of Grand Rapids has a growing population of about 203,000, while the greater metropolitan area, including the city, has about 1.2 million residents.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.