Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monroe North Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (62 Rentals)

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property at 202 Leonard St NE

$1,050 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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202 Leonard St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 329 Lyon St NE

$1,274 - $1,424

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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329 Lyon St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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432 Fountain Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Fountain Apartments

432 Fountain St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lafayette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

143-145 Lafayette Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lofts on Prospect
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts on Prospect

253 Prospect Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Stockbridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

636 1st St NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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Heritage Collection
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Collection

68 Ransom Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Half Century Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Half Century Apartments

14-16 Jefferson Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Fountain Hill Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Hill Flats

301 Fountain St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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500 Cedar St NE
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

500 Cedar St NE

500-536 Cedar St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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The Renter's Guide to Grand Rapids' Best Neighborhoods Near Major Employers

Working in Grand Rapids? Find the perfect neighborhood near your job. Our local guide covers the best places to rent near Steelcase, Corewell Health, GE Aerospace, and Honeywell.

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Monroe North, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monroe North Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monroe North area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Midtown CityZen priced from $1,173. Southview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Monroe North apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Midtown CityZenStudioStudio,1BA$1,173
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200
730 LeonardStudio AStudio,1BA$1,225
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325
The Gallery Apartments01 Style - StudioStudio,1BA$1,350
The Highlands ApartmentsStudio- RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,380
Belknap PlaceThe Lookout1BR,1BA$1,412
Leo & Alpine1Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,416
Lofts on Grove1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe North, MI

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe North area is the $2.06 price per square foot JEFFERSON Model at The Plaza Apartments in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,230. The second greatest value Monroe North apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Seven45 Stocking starting at $1,541 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe North apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Plaza ApartmentsJEFFERSON2BR,2BA$2.06
Seven45 StockingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
THE 616Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.97
601 MichiganTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.12
Gateway at Belknap1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.19
The Brix at Midtown1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 723 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2.33
557 Walnut St NE, Unit 557 Walnut St.557 Walnut St NE1BR,1BA$1.99
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.67
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed3BR,2BA$1.27
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.14

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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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Monroe North, Grand Rapids, MI

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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Grand Rapids, Michigan. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monroe North Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Monroe North?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Monroe North is under $1,475.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monroe North?

The cheapest apartment in Monroe North is Southview Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Monroe North costs $2,999.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monroe North?

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 9 regular apartments in Monroe North 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 Monroe North?

Cheap apartments in Monroe North have an average cost of $342 which is $2,657 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Monroe North.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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The Local Expert's 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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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.

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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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The Renter's Guide to Grand Rapids Best Neighborhoods Near Major Employers

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My name is Mike, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com guide for the greater Grand Rapids area.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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.