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property at 116 Gold Ave SW

$1,100 - $1,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

116 Gold Ave SW

Grand RapidsMI49504

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Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Grand Rapids Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE priced from $750. Academy Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $982. Here are the most affordable Midtown Grand Rapids apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Oakview Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath - 890 sq ft2BR,1BA$995
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
234 Market ApartmentsStudio Apartment Style G/JStudio,1BA$1,070
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,085
Greenfield Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,162
Gateway at BelknapStudioStudio,1BA$1,177

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Grand Rapids, MI

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Grand Rapids area is the $1.45 price per square foot 906 Fairmount St SE Model at 906 Fairmount St SE in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Midtown Grand Rapids 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 Midtown Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
906 Fairmount St SE906 Fairmount St SE3BR,1BA$1.45
Historic Kingsley Building2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.34
217 Ghilda Pl NE, Unit 217 Ghilda217 Ghilda Pl NE2BR,1BA$1.13
601 MichiganTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.42
Briarlane Apartments3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$1.48
Hopson Flats2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed)2BR,1BA$0.92
725 Michigan St NE, Unit #1725 Michigan St NE1BR,1BA$1.33
239 Ann St NE, Unit 2239 Ann St NE2BR,1BA$1.22
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.43
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom2 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed2BR,2BA$1.24

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Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Michigan and customized analysis for Central Grand Rapids, MI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $1,177.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids?

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids is Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Midtown Grand Rapids costs $3,500.

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 $206 which is $3,294 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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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