Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $900 (34 Rentals)

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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 2 Beds unit found at Lexington School Apartments priced from $525. Westminster Meadows - Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Midtown Grand Rapids apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lexington School Apartments2x12BR,1BA$525
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per BedroomStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1,075
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out1BR,1BA$1,092

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Grand Rapids, MI

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Grand Rapids area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Trowbridge Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,180. The second greatest value Midtown Grand Rapids apartment is the 726 Lake Dr SE Model at 726 Lake Dr SE, Unit B starting at $1,700 with a $1.31 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.
Trowbridge Flats3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.67
726 Lake Dr SE, Unit B726 Lake Dr SE2BR,1BA$1.31
151 Palmer St NE, Unit 151 Palmer NE Downstairs151 Palmer St NE3BR,1BA$1.42
Hopson Flats3 bed/Price per Bed3BR,1BA$0.65
Lexington School Apartments2x12BR,1BA$0.64
Greenfield Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.68
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.41
1402 North Ave NE, Unit 21402 North Ave NE1BR,1BA$1.29
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed4BR,2BA$0.93
28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B28 Jefferson Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown Grand Rapids

What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown Grand Rapids?

There are currently 334 Apartments for Rent in Midtown Grand Rapids, MI with pricing that ranges from $620 to $4,250. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown Grand Rapids ranging from $950 to $4,595.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown Grand Rapids?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown Grand Rapids ranges from $950 to $4,595 with an average monthly rent of $2,077.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Midtown Grand Rapids?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Midtown Grand Rapids range from $720 to $3,768, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $4,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.

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