Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $800 (43 Rentals)

28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B

Westminster Meadows - Senior

Academy Manor

Diamond Place I

1326 Sigsbee St SE

Oakview Apartments
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313 Carrier St NE

32 Colfax St NE

Leonard East Apartments

Grand Central Lofts

Highland Place Apartments

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549 Logan St SE

725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1

Greenfield Apartment Homes

Belknap Place

The Globe Apartments

Bridge Street Lofts

Waters House Apartments
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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 | $1,330 | $950 | $2,500 |
Midtown Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $800 | $3,700 |
| Midtown Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $873 | $5,000 |
| Midtown Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $720 | $2,927 |
| Midtown Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $620 | $3,250 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #6
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
Grand Rapids Montessori Public School
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
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Getting Around the Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,060.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids costs $4,000.
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 31 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 $253 which is $3,747 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Grand Rapids.
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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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!























